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Pet Safety: New Rules for Obtaining Dogs and Cats for Research

This act introduces new rules on where research facilities can obtain dogs and cats. The goal is to ensure that animals used in research come from legal and ethical sources, which may increase public trust in scientific research and improve animal welfare.
Key points
Research facilities can only obtain dogs and cats from licensed breeders, registered shelters, or private individuals who bred the animal or owned it for at least one year.
Shelters are not forced to sell or donate animals to research facilities.
Violations of these rules carry a penalty of $1,000 for each violation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_208
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]
Process start date: 2023-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pet Safety and Protection Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_208.

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 2023-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Research facilities can only obtain dogs and cats from licensed breeders, registered shelters, or private individuals who bred the animal or owned it for at least one year.
  • Shelters are not forced to sell or donate animals to research facilities.
  • Violations of these rules carry a penalty of $1,000 for each violation.
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. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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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