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Dog and cat meat ban: US encourages Japan to act

This resolution calls on Japan to enact a nationwide ban on the slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption. It aims to strengthen international animal welfare standards and protect animals that serve as companions to humans.
Key points
Encourages Japan to pass a national law banning the slaughter of dogs and cats for food.
Affirms shared values regarding the protection of companion and service animals.
Condemns the inhumane practice of trafficking and killing millions of pets for meat.
Clarifies that the resolution does not interfere with legally protected religious or cultural practices.
Commends civil society efforts to end the consumption of dog and cat meat worldwide.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_1110
Sponsor: Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2]
Process start date: 2026-03-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the disapproval of the House of Representatives regarding the slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and encouraging Japan to enact a nationwide ban on such practices.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_1110.

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 2026-03-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Encourages Japan to pass a national law banning the slaughter of dogs and cats for food.
  • Affirms shared values regarding the protection of companion and service animals.
  • Condemns the inhumane practice of trafficking and killing millions of pets for meat.
  • Clarifies that the resolution does not interfere with legally protected religious or cultural practices.
  • Commends civil society efforts to end the consumption of dog and cat meat worldwide.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-10.

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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