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Puppy Protection Act of 2025
5/1/2025, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2253
Bill 119 HR 2253, also known as the "Humane Treatment of Dogs Act," aims to amend the Animal Welfare Act in order to ensure that dogs are treated humanely. The bill includes provisions that require dog breeders to provide adequate living conditions, proper veterinary care, and socialization for their animals. It also prohibits the sale of dogs under the age of 8 weeks and mandates that all dogs be microchipped for identification purposes.
Additionally, the bill establishes a national registry for dog breeders, which will help track and monitor breeding practices to ensure compliance with the new regulations. The bill also includes penalties for violations, including fines and potential revocation of breeding licenses.
Overall, the Humane Treatment of Dogs Act seeks to improve the welfare of dogs in breeding facilities and promote responsible breeding practices. It aims to protect dogs from neglect and abuse, while also holding breeders accountable for their treatment of animals.
Additionally, the bill establishes a national registry for dog breeders, which will help track and monitor breeding practices to ensure compliance with the new regulations. The bill also includes penalties for violations, including fines and potential revocation of breeding licenses.
Overall, the Humane Treatment of Dogs Act seeks to improve the welfare of dogs in breeding facilities and promote responsible breeding practices. It aims to protect dogs from neglect and abuse, while also holding breeders accountable for their treatment of animals.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2253
Bill HR 2253 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 21, 2025. Bill HR 2253 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 21, 2025. Bill HR 2253's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry. as of April 4, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2253
Total Number of Sponsors
12Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
12Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
377Democrat Cosponsors
336Republican Cosponsors
41Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2253
Primary Policy Focus
AnimalsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2253
To amend the Animal Welfare Act to provide for the humane treatment of dogs, and for other purposes.
To amend the Animal Welfare Act to provide for the humane treatment of dogs, and for other purposes.
Comments

Truett Flynn
634
10 months ago
I don't understand why this bill is being passed, it seems like a waste of time and money. How does it benefit anyone?
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2253
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