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Urging all countries to outlaw the dog and cat meat trade and to enforce existing laws against such trade.

2/6/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 59

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 59 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress urging all countries to outlaw the dog and cat meat trade and to enforce existing laws against such trade. The resolution highlights the cruel and inhumane treatment of dogs and cats in the meat trade industry, where these animals are often subjected to abuse, neglect, and inhumane slaughter practices.

The resolution calls on all countries to recognize the importance of protecting the welfare of dogs and cats and to take action to end the trade in their meat. It also emphasizes the need for countries to enforce existing laws and regulations that prohibit the consumption of dog and cat meat.

The resolution acknowledges the efforts of organizations and individuals working to end the dog and cat meat trade and calls for increased international cooperation to address this issue. It also encourages countries to work together to raise awareness about the cruelty of the trade and to promote humane treatment of animals. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 59 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to address the inhumane treatment of dogs and cats in the meat trade industry and to urge countries to take action to end this practice.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 59

This concurrent resolution calls for an end to the consumption and trade of dog and cat meat and urges nations to adopt and enforce laws banning that trade.

    Current Status of Bill HCONRES 59

    Bill HCONRES 59 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 20, 2023. Bill HCONRES 59 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 20, 2023.  Bill HCONRES 59's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry. as of August 21, 2023

    Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 59

    Total Number of Sponsors
    1
    Democrat Sponsors
    1
    Republican Sponsors
    0
    Unaffiliated Sponsors
    0
    Total Number of Cosponsors
    30
    Democrat Cosponsors
    22
    Republican Cosponsors
    8
    Unaffiliated Cosponsors
    0

    Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 59

    Primary Policy Focus

    International Affairs

    Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 59

    Urging all countries to outlaw the dog and cat meat trade and to enforce existing laws against such trade.
    Urging all countries to outlaw the dog and cat meat trade and to enforce existing laws against such trade.

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