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Ban on Wild Animals in Traveling Performances

This bill aims to protect wild animals and public safety by prohibiting their use in traveling performances like circuses. This means citizens will no longer see wild animals moving from place to place for entertainment, which is intended to improve animal welfare and reduce risks to people.
Key points
Prohibits the use of exotic and wild animals in traveling performances, such as circuses and mobile exhibitions.
Aims to improve animal welfare, as animals often suffer from constant travel and unnatural conditions.
Enhances public safety by eliminating risks of animal escapes and dangerous interactions with humans.
Exceptions include accredited permanent institutions (e.g., zoos), educational programs, research, film, and rodeos, under specific conditions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3220
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-11-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Traveling Exotic Animal and Public Safety Protection Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3220.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the use of exotic and wild animals in traveling performances, such as circuses and mobile exhibitions.
  • Aims to improve animal welfare, as animals often suffer from constant travel and unnatural conditions.
  • Enhances public safety by eliminating risks of animal escapes and dangerous interactions with humans.
  • Exceptions include accredited permanent institutions (e.g., zoos), educational programs, research, film, and rodeos, under specific conditions.
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 Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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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