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119th Congress · House bill · Last action Feb 21, 2025
BillsCrime and Law EnforcementH.R. 1477Congress.gov ↗
H.R. 1477In CommitteeCrime and Law Enforcement

Animal Cruelty Enforcement Act of 2025

Sponsor: Rep. Joyce, David P. (R-OH)52 cosponsorsIntroduced Feb 21, 2025
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Feb 21
Feb 21, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Feb 21
Feb 21, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 21
Feb 21, 2025
Introduced in House
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Feb 21
HOUSEReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Feb 21
Introduced in House
Feb 21
Introduced in House

All 52 cosponsors

39 Democrats · 13 Republicans
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Republicans (13)

In the news

Florida Law Enforcement Rallies Behind Three Federal Bills to Crack Down on Animal Cruelty, Fighting and Trafficking - Animal Wellness Action
No More Animal Fighting: PA’s Sheriffs Endorse Bipartisan Measures - Gambling News
Pennsylvania Sheriffs Representing All 67 Counties Back Federal Crackdown on Animal Fighting and Organized Crime - Animal Wellness Action
Florida Law Enforcement Rally Behind Urgent National Legislation to Crack Down on Rampant and Malicious Cruelty to Animals - Animal Wellness Action
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