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Stricter penalties and enforcement for animal mistreatment

New rules increase fines and improve inspections for businesses and facilities dealing with animals. They allow for faster confiscation of suffering animals and better cooperation with local authorities, aiming to improve animal welfare.
Key points
Increased fines up to $10,000 for each violation and each animal.
Inspectors can immediately confiscate animals suffering due to neglect.
Violation information will be quickly shared with local animal control.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6100
Sponsor: Rep. Axne, Cynthia [D-IA-3]
Process start date: 2021-12-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Animal Welfare Act to increase enforcement with respect to violations of that Act, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6100.

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 2021-12-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased fines up to $10,000 for each violation and each animal.
  • Inspectors can immediately confiscate animals suffering due to neglect.
  • Violation information will be quickly shared with local animal control.
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. Axne, Cynthia [D-IA-3].

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 2025-12-28.

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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