By Bob Katzen

This bill would prohibit a manufacturer from selling any cosmetic product in the Bay State that the manufacturer knew, or reasonably should have known, that animal testing was used to produce the product.

“The testing of cosmetic products on animals is shocking and inhumane, supporting abusive environments and tortured lives for rabbits, primates, dogs and other types of animals that can feel pain and experience emotions,” said co-sponsor Sen. Mike Moore (D-Millbury). “This legislation, which I am proud to co-sponsor, would disrupt the status quo and encourage companies to be better by disallowing the sale of products that were created at the expense of these innocent animals.”

The chief sponsor of the bill, Sen. Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford), did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to comment on his bill and why he thinks it should be approved.