Pet Safety and Protection Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:53 PMSummary of Bill HR 208
Bill 118 HR 208, also known as the Pet Safety and Protection Act of 2023, aims to establish regulations and standards for the transportation and care of pets in commercial breeding facilities. The bill seeks to ensure the safety and well-being of animals by requiring regular inspections of breeding facilities, setting minimum standards for housing and care, and prohibiting the sale of pets from facilities that do not meet these standards.Under the Pet Safety and Protection Act, commercial breeders would be required to provide adequate food, water, shelter, and veterinary care for their animals. The bill also includes provisions to prevent the inhumane treatment of animals, such as banning the use of wire flooring in cages and limiting the number of breeding females in a facility.
Additionally, the bill addresses the issue of pet transportation by setting guidelines for the safe and humane transport of animals. This includes requirements for proper ventilation, temperature control, and access to food and water during transport. Overall, the Pet Safety and Protection Act of 2023 aims to improve the welfare of animals in commercial breeding facilities and ensure that pets are treated with care and respect throughout their lives.
Congressional Summary of HR 208
Pet Safety and Protection Act of 2023
This bill revises requirements concerning the sources of dogs and cats used by research facilities. Specifically, the bill revises the list of permissible sources of dogs and cats used by research facilities to include dogs and cats obtained (1) from a licensed dealer, (2) from a publicly owned and operated pound or shelter that meets specified requirements, (3) by donation from a person who bred and raised the dog or cat or owned it for not less than one year, or (4) from a research facility licensed by the Department of Agriculture. The requirements pertaining to sources apply to dogs and cats obtained through sales, donations, or offers. Monetary penalties are established for violations.
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Current Status of Bill HR 208
Bill HR 208 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 208 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 208's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. as of January 9, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 208
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
62Democrat Cosponsors
44Republican Cosponsors
18Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 208
Primary Policy Focus
AnimalsPotential Impact Areas
Animal protection and human-animal relationshipsCivil actions and liabilityMammalsMedical researchAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 208
Pet Safety and Protection Act of 2023Pet Safety and Protection Act of 2023To amend the Animal Welfare Act to ensure that all dogs and cats used by research facilities are obtained legally.Comments
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