WATCH Act

Hozzl · 2025-04-06T11:36:19Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1104 WATCH Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/6/2025, 11:36 AM

Summary of Bill S 1104

Bill 119 s 1104, also known as the Foreign Laboratory Animal Welfare Inspection Act, aims to amend section 495 of the Public Health Service Act. The main goal of this bill is to require inspections of foreign laboratories that are conducting biomedical and behavioral research. These inspections are necessary to ensure that these laboratories are complying with the animal welfare requirements that are applicable in the United States.

The bill emphasizes the importance of animal welfare in research and aims to hold foreign laboratories to the same standards as those in the US. By requiring inspections of these laboratories, the bill seeks to ensure that animals used in research are treated humanely and that the research conducted is ethical.

In addition to requiring inspections, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to animal welfare in foreign laboratories. These provisions are aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in research practices, as well as ensuring that the welfare of animals is prioritized in all research activities. Overall, Bill 119 s 1104 is a significant step towards ensuring that animal welfare standards are upheld in foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research. By requiring inspections and promoting accountability, this bill seeks to protect the rights and well-being of animals used in research.

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Current Status of Bill S 1104

Bill S 1104 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 25, 2025. Bill S 1104 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 25, 2025. Bill S 1104's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of March 25, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1104

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1104

A bill to amend section 495 of the Public Health Service Act to require inspections of foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research to ensure compliance with applicable animal welfare requirements, and for other purposes.A bill to amend section 495 of the Public Health Service Act to require inspections of foreign laboratories conducting biomedical and behavioral research to ensure compliance with applicable animal welfare requirements, and for other purposes.

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