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Ending Animal Testing in Federally Funded Research

This act aims to phase out the use of animals in federally funded research, while promoting modern, ethical alternatives. Citizens may benefit from a more humane approach to science and potentially more efficient use of taxpayer money.
Key points
Prohibits the use of animals in most federally funded research, with a delayed application of 18 months to 3 years depending on the research type.
Imposes civil penalties and potential grant prohibitions for entities violating the ban.
Establishes a fund to support the transition to non-animal research methods, including training and grants.
Mandates the rehoming of retired research animals to rescue organizations, sanctuaries, or eligible individuals.
Exceptions include clinical veterinary research, military/service animals, and infectious disease/national security research with Congressional approval.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1802
Sponsor: Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11]
Process start date: 2025-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1802.

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 2025-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the use of animals in most federally funded research, with a delayed application of 18 months to 3 years depending on the research type.
  • Imposes civil penalties and potential grant prohibitions for entities violating the ban.
  • Establishes a fund to support the transition to non-animal research methods, including training and grants.
  • Mandates the rehoming of retired research animals to rescue organizations, sanctuaries, or eligible individuals.
  • Exceptions include clinical veterinary research, military/service animals, and infectious disease/national security research with Congressional approval.
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. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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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