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BOWOW Act

12/4/2025, 5:46 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4638

This bill, titled "To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that an alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable, and for other purposes," was introduced in the 119th session of Congress on July 23, 2025. The bill aims to make aliens convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement inadmissible and deportable under the Immigration and Nationality Act, and it likely contains provisions related to enforcement, penalties, and immigration policies with a focus on protecting animals in law enforcement roles.

Current Status of Bill HR 4638

Bill HR 4638 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 23, 2025. Bill HR 4638 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on July 23, 2025.  Bill HR 4638's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 18 - 12. as of November 20, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4638

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
33
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
33
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4638

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4638

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that an alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable, and for other purposes.
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that an alien who has been convicted of harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable, and for other purposes.

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