Better CARE for Animals Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-01-26T08:15:26Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5041 Better CARE for Animals Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Animals. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/26/2024, 8:15 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 5041

Better Collaboration, Accountability, and Regulatory Enforcement for Animals Act of 2023 or the Better CARE for Animals Act of 2023

This bill modifies enforcement provisions under the Animal Welfare Act, including by allowing the Department of Justice (DOJ) to bring civil actions against violators of the act for appropriate relief, such as removing animals, revoking violators' licenses, or issuing civil penalties. DOJ must use the penalties to pay for the temporary care for animals pending the disposition of civil or criminal proceedings that allege violations of the act with respect to such animals.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5041

Bill HR 5041 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2023. Bill HR 5041 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 27, 2023. Bill HR 5041's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry. as of September 19, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5041

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

180

Democrat Cosponsors

166

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5041

Primary Policy Focus

Animals

Potential Impact Areas

Animal protection and human-animal relationshipsCivil actions and liabilityLicensing and registrationsRetail and wholesale trades

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5041

Better CARE for Animals Act of 2023Better CARE for Animals Act of 2023Better Collaboration, Accountability, and Regulatory Enforcement for Animals Act of 2023To amend the Animal Welfare Act to expand and improve the enforcement capabilities of the Attorney General, and for other purposes.

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