119th Congress · Senate bill · Last action Jun 26, 2026
S. 1003Signed Into LawScience, Technology, Communications
Republicans establish federal penalty for animal cruelty crimes
Sponsor: Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd (R-AL)9 cosponsorsIntroduced Mar 12, 2025
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The Federal Communications Commission must allow wireless emergency alerts to be sent to mobile phones warning of shark attacks. Sen. Katie Boyd Britt (R-AL) introduced the bill, which passed both chambers and became law in June 2026.
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Introduced
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Senate committee
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Senate floor
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House
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4 Democrats, 5 Republicans (of 9 shown).
Activity timeline
Jun 26
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Became Public Law No: 119-100.
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Became Public Law No: 119-100.
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Signed by President.
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Signed by President.
Jun 15
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Presented to President.
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Jun 15
Presented to President.
May 20
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May 20
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 - 6 (Roll no. 181). (text: CR H3642)
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Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 - 6 (Roll no. 181). (text: CR H3642)
May 20
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May 20
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3647)
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All 25 recorded actions since introduction · Source: Congress.gov
2026
Jun 26
Became Public Law No: 119-100.
Jun 26
Became Public Law No: 119-100.
Jun 26
Signed by President.
Jun 26
Signed by President.
Jun 15
HOUSEPresented to President.
Jun 15
Presented to President.
May 20
HOUSEMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
May 20
HOUSEOn motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 - 6 (Roll no. 181). (text: CR H3642)
May 20
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 - 6 (Roll no. 181). (text: CR H3642)
May 20
HOUSEConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3647)
May 20
HOUSEAt the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
May 20
HOUSEDEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 1003.
May 20
HOUSEConsidered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3642-3643)
May 20
HOUSEMr. Palmer moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
2025
Jul 10
HOUSEHeld at the desk.
Jul 10
HOUSEReceived in the House.
Jul 10
SENATEMessage on Senate action sent to the House.
Jul 8
SENATEPassed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4261; text: CR S4261)
Jul 8
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 12
SENATEPlaced on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 91.
Jun 12
SENATECommittee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz without amendment. With written report No. 119-30.
Jun 12
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz without amendment. With written report No. 119-30.
Apr 30
SENATECommittee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Mar 12
SENATERead twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Mar 12
Introduced in Senate
All 9 cosponsors
4 Democrats · 5 Republicans
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