HELP PETS Act
2/5/2025, 1:23 AMSummary of Bill HR 233
Bill 119 HR 233, also known as the "Preventing Unkind and Painful Procedures and Experiments on Respected Species Act" or the "PUPPERS Act," aims to restrict the use of federal funds for painful biomedical research on dogs and cats in institutions of higher education. The bill seeks to protect these animals from unnecessary suffering and ensure that taxpayer dollars are not used to support research that causes harm to them.Under this legislation, institutions of higher education that conduct painful biomedical research on dogs and cats would be prohibited from receiving federal funds. This includes any research that inflicts pain or distress on these animals without a clear scientific or medical purpose. The bill aims to promote the ethical treatment of animals in research settings and encourage the use of alternative methods that do not involve the use of dogs and cats.
Supporters of the bill argue that it is important to protect animals from unnecessary suffering and ensure that taxpayer dollars are used responsibly. They believe that research on dogs and cats should only be conducted when absolutely necessary and with strict ethical guidelines in place. Opponents of the bill may argue that restricting federal funds for research on dogs and cats could hinder scientific progress and limit the ability of researchers to study certain diseases or conditions. They may also argue that existing regulations and oversight mechanisms are already in place to ensure the ethical treatment of animals in research settings. Overall, Bill 119 HR 233 aims to promote the ethical treatment of animals in research settings and ensure that taxpayer dollars are used responsibly. It reflects a growing concern for animal welfare and the need to balance scientific progress with ethical considerations.
Congressional Summary of HR 233
Higher Education Loses Payments for Painful Experiments, Tests and Studies Act or the HELP PETS Act
This bill prohibits an institution of higher education (IHE) from receiving federal funds if the IHE conducts or funds painful research on dogs or cats. Painful research refers to any research, biomedical training, experimentation, or biological testing classified in specified pain categories by the Department of Agriculture.
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Current Status of Bill HR 233
Bill HR 233 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 7, 2025. Bill HR 233 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 7, 2025. Bill HR 233's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of January 7, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 233
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3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
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0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 233
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 233
To prohibit the availability of Federal funds to institutions of higher education that conduct painful biomedical research on dogs and cats.To prohibit the availability of Federal funds to institutions of higher education that conduct painful biomedical research on dogs and cats.Comments
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