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CLAW Act of 2022

12/30/2022, 12:04 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7849

The CLAW Act of 2022, also known as Bill 117 HR 7849, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address concerns related to animal cruelty and the illegal trade of exotic animals.

The CLAW Act aims to strengthen existing laws related to animal welfare by increasing penalties for those who engage in the illegal trafficking of exotic animals. This includes harsher punishments for individuals who mistreat or harm animals, as well as those who participate in the buying and selling of endangered species.

Additionally, the bill seeks to improve enforcement mechanisms by providing additional resources to agencies responsible for monitoring and regulating the trade of exotic animals. This includes funding for increased surveillance and investigation efforts, as well as support for international cooperation to combat the global trade of endangered species. Overall, the CLAW Act of 2022 is a comprehensive piece of legislation designed to protect animals from cruelty and exploitation. If passed, this bill has the potential to make a significant impact on the welfare of exotic animals and help combat the illegal trade of endangered species.

Congressional Summary of HR 7849

Conserving Lobstering And Whales Act of 2022 or the CLAW Act of 2022

This bill allows an eligible lobstering business a new tax credit for 30% of the cost of any adaptive gear required to prevent the entanglement of right whales.

Current Status of Bill HR 7849

Bill HR 7849 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 19, 2022. Bill HR 7849 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 19, 2022.  Bill HR 7849's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of May 19, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7849

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7849

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7849

CLAW Act of 2022
CLAW Act of 2022
Conserving Lobstering And Whales Act of 2022
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against tax for the purchase of certain adaptive gear required to prevent the entanglement of right whales.

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