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Stronger Penalties for Animal Fighting: Rooster Transport and Live Broadcast Ban.

This law significantly tightens regulations against animal fighting, specifically cockfighting, by defining roosters as males over 6 months old. It bans the live broadcasting (simulcasting) of fights and prohibits using the postal service or interstate commerce to transport roosters intended for fighting. Crucially, citizens gain the right to file civil lawsuits against violators, potentially leading to fines up to $5,000 per violation and the seizure of property used to host the fights.
Key points
A federal ban is established on the live transmission or reception (simulcasting) of animal fighting ventures nationwide.
Citizens are granted the right to file civil lawsuits against individuals violating animal fighting laws, with potential fines up to $5,000 per violation.
Real property (land and buildings) used to organize or facilitate illegal cockfighting can be seized by authorities.
Prohibits the use of interstate commerce or the Postal Service to transport roosters older than 6 months.
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Print number: 118_S_1529
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2023-05-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FIGHT Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1529.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A federal ban is established on the live transmission or reception (simulcasting) of animal fighting ventures nationwide.
  • Citizens are granted the right to file civil lawsuits against individuals violating animal fighting laws, with potential fines up to $5,000 per violation.
  • Real property (land and buildings) used to organize or facilitate illegal cockfighting can be seized by authorities.
  • Prohibits the use of interstate commerce or the Postal Service to transport roosters older than 6 months.
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. Booker, Cory A. [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 2025-12-26.

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