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Rhode Island could become the first state to require cat owners to spay or neuter their pets under legislation passed Wednesday by the General Assembly.

 

The House approved a bill 59-3 on Wednesday to require cat owners to spay or neuter pets older than 6 months unless they pay $100 for a breeder's license or permit for an intact animal. Violators will be fined $75 per month.

 

The Senate previously passed the bill, and it now goes to Gov. Don Carcieri for his signature.

 

East Providence, Pawtucket and Warwick already have similar municipal ordinances.

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