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US Urges Global Ban on Dog and Cat Meat Trade

The U.S. Congress urges all nations to outlaw the trade and consumption of dog and cat meat. This resolution aims to combat animal cruelty and prevent the spread of diseases that pose a risk to human health worldwide. The United States reaffirms its commitment to advancing animal protection globally.
Key points
The U.S. calls on other nations to ban the dog and cat meat trade due to concerns about animal cruelty.
Highlights public health risks, such as the spread of diseases (e.g., rabies), linked to the dog and cat meat trade.
The United States reaffirms its global commitment to animal protection and welfare.
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Additional Information
Print number: 116_HCONRES_71
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20]
Process start date: 2019-10-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Urging all nations to outlaw the dog and cat meat trade and to enforce existing laws against such trade.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 116_HCONRES_71.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2019-10-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. calls on other nations to ban the dog and cat meat trade due to concerns about animal cruelty.
  • Highlights public health risks, such as the spread of diseases (e.g., rabies), linked to the dog and cat meat trade.
  • The United States reaffirms its global commitment to animal protection and welfare.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock and Foreign Agriculture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-03.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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