Protecting Local Zoos Act of 2026

Hozzl · 2026-02-05T09:06:06Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7159 Protecting Local Zoos Act of 2026 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Environmental Protection. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/5/2026, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7159

The "Protecting Local Zoos Act of 2026" was introduced in the 119th session of Congress as H.R. 7159 on January 20, 2026. The bill aims to provide protections and support for local zoos, but specific provisions and directives are not detailed in the provided context. For further information on the bill's content and proposed actions, the official PDF version should be consulted using the provided link.

Current Status of Bill HR 7159

Bill HR 7159 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 20, 2026. Bill HR 7159 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 20, 2026. Bill HR 7159's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held as of February 4, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7159

Total Number of Sponsors

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7159

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7159

To amend the Lacey Act Amendments of 1981 to adjust provisions relating to captive wildlife offenses.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7159

Paul A. Gosar

ArizonaRepublican

Darren Soto

FloridaDemocrat

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