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AFTER Act of 2026
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Summary of Bill S 4172
The bill, designated as S. 4172 in the 119th Congress and introduced on March 24, 2026, aims to amend the Animal Welfare Act to provide for the retirement of specific animals utilized in federal research activities.
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Current Status of Bill S 4172
Bill S 4172 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2026. Bill S 4172 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 24, 2026. Bill S 4172's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1581-1582) as of March 24, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4172
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 S 4172
Primary Policy Focus
AnimalsAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 4172
AFTER Act of 2026
AFTER Act of 2026
Animal Freedom from Testing, Experiments, and Research Act of 2026
A bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to allow for the retirement of certain animals used in Federal research, and for other purposes.
Comments
Jayla O'Brien
909
2 months ago
I support this bill. How will it impact those who rely on animal research for medical advancements?
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4172
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