Federal Working Animal Protection Act

Hozzl · 2026-03-21T08:05:31Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4638 Federal Working Animal Protection Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/21/2026, 8:05 AM

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.

Congressional Summary of HR 4638

Bill to Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals Act or the BOWOW Act

This bill establishes that a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) convicted of, or who admits to having committed, an offense related to harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4638

Bill HR 4638 is currently in the status of Passed in House since March 19, 2026. 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 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 19, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4638

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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.

Comments

Crue Roth

862

2 months ago

I'm so sad to hear about this new bill for working animals. I'm not sure what exactly it entails, but it sounds like it could have a negative impact. How will this affect us in the short term?

Layton Hodge

925

2 months ago

This bill is so dumb! It says that working animals like horses and dogs have to be treated better. Like, who cares about animals when there are bigger issues to worry about? This is just a waste of time and money. I can't believe they're actually passing this. It's going to make things harder for everyone. Long term, this is going to be a disaster.