FIGHT Act

2/7/2024, 1:33 PM

Fighting Inhumane Gambling and High-Risk Trafficking Act or the FIGHT Act

This bill expands protections of animals provided under the Animal Welfare Act, including by prohibiting any (1) broadcasts from international, interstate, or intrastate sources of animal fighting ventures in the United States or U.S. territories; and (2) shipments or transport of certain mature roosters.

The FIGHT Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 2742, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to human trafficking and provide support for victims of this heinous crime.

The FIGHT Act includes provisions that aim to improve coordination between federal agencies, law enforcement, and non-profit organizations in the fight against human trafficking. It also seeks to enhance training for law enforcement officers and prosecutors to better identify and prosecute traffickers.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase resources for victims of human trafficking, such as access to housing, medical care, and legal assistance. It also establishes a grant program to support organizations that provide services to trafficking survivors. Overall, the FIGHT Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to combat human trafficking through increased coordination, training, and support for victims. It is currently being debated in Congress, with bipartisan support for its passage.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 2742

Introduced on
2023-04-20

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/20/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Fighting Inhumane Gambling and High-Risk Trafficking Act or the FIGHT Act

This bill expands protections of animals provided under the Animal Welfare Act, including by prohibiting any (1) broadcasts from international, interstate, or intrastate sources of animal fighting ventures in the United States or U.S. territories; and (2) shipments or transport of certain mature roosters.

The FIGHT Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 2742, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to human trafficking and provide support for victims of this heinous crime.

The FIGHT Act includes provisions that aim to improve coordination between federal agencies, law enforcement, and non-profit organizations in the fight against human trafficking. It also seeks to enhance training for law enforcement officers and prosecutors to better identify and prosecute traffickers.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase resources for victims of human trafficking, such as access to housing, medical care, and legal assistance. It also establishes a grant program to support organizations that provide services to trafficking survivors. Overall, the FIGHT Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to combat human trafficking through increased coordination, training, and support for victims. It is currently being debated in Congress, with bipartisan support for its passage.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Animal Welfare Act to provide for greater protection of roosters, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Animals

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Latest Summary5/1/2023

Fighting Inhumane Gambling and High-Risk Trafficking Act or the FIGHT Act

This bill expands protections of animals provided under the Animal Welfare Act, including by prohibiting any (1) broadcasts from international, interstate, or...


Latest Action5/15/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.