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FIGHT Act of 2026
6/1/2026, 1:56 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8723
This bill, designated as H.R. 8723 in the 119th Congress and introduced on May 11, 2026, aims to amend the Animal Welfare Act to prevent gambling activities related to animal fighting.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8723
Bill HR 8723 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2026. Bill HR 8723 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 11, 2026. Bill HR 8723's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. as of May 11, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8723
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8723
Primary Policy Focus
AnimalsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8723
To amend the Animal Welfare Act to prohibit gambling on animal fighting ventures, and for other purposes.
To amend the Animal Welfare Act to prohibit gambling on animal fighting ventures, and for other purposes.
Comments
Rudy Norman
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6 days ago
I think this new bill is gonna help a lot of people out. Can't wait!
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8723
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