Child and Animal Abuse Detection and Reporting Act
2/21/2025, 1:53 PMSummary of Bill HR 712
Bill 119 hr 712, also known as the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act, aims to make an important amendment to include data on animal abuse in the national clearinghouse for information relating to child abuse and neglect. This bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to ensure that information on animal abuse is collected and included in the national database alongside data on child abuse and neglect.The rationale behind this amendment is to recognize the link between animal abuse and child abuse, as research has shown that individuals who abuse animals are more likely to also abuse children. By including data on animal abuse in the national clearinghouse, policymakers and researchers will have a more comprehensive understanding of the factors contributing to child abuse and neglect.
This bill does not propose any new regulations or penalties for animal abuse, but rather seeks to improve data collection and analysis in order to better inform efforts to prevent and address child abuse and neglect. It is a bipartisan effort to enhance the effectiveness of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act by recognizing the importance of considering animal abuse in the broader context of child welfare. Overall, Bill 119 hr 712 is a thoughtful and non-partisan proposal that seeks to improve the national response to child abuse and neglect by including data on animal abuse in the national clearinghouse. It is a step towards a more comprehensive and evidence-based approach to protecting vulnerable children and animals.
Current Status of Bill HR 712
Bill HR 712 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 23, 2025. Bill HR 712 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 23, 2025. Bill HR 712's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of January 23, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 712
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4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
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3Democrat Cosponsors
3Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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To amend the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to include data on animal abuse in the national clearinghouse for information relating to child abuse and neglect.To amend the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to include data on animal abuse in the national clearinghouse for information relating to child abuse and neglect.Comments
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