Bill 119 HR 297, also known as the "Preventing Unkind and Painful Procedures and Experiments on Respected Species (PUPPERS) Act," aims to prevent institutions of higher education from using federal funds to conduct painful biomedical research on dogs and cats. The bill specifically targets research that causes harm or distress to these animals.
If passed, the bill would prohibit institutions of higher education from using federal funds for any research that inflicts pain or suffering on dogs and cats. This includes experiments that involve invasive procedures, physical harm, or psychological distress.
Supporters of the bill argue that it is important to protect these animals from unnecessary suffering and that there are alternative methods available for conducting research that do not involve harming dogs and cats. They believe that it is unethical to subject these animals to pain and suffering in the name of scientific advancement.
Opponents of the bill may argue that restricting funding for certain types of research could hinder scientific progress and limit the ability of researchers to make important discoveries. They may also argue that there are strict regulations in place to ensure the welfare of animals used in research and that additional restrictions are unnecessary.
Overall, the PUPPERS Act seeks to prioritize the well-being of dogs and cats in biomedical research and ensure that federal funds are not used to support research that causes unnecessary harm to these animals.