S. 1916 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
Chimp Haven is Home Act
S. 1916 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on Aug 1, 2007, sponsored by Richard Burr with 3 co-sponsors.
During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Aug 1, 2007
- Co-sponsors
- 3
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 110-170
What it does
Chimp Haven is Home Act - Amends the Public Health Service Act to repeal provisions providing for the removal of surplus chimpanzees from a sanctuary facility. Prohibits use of such chimpanzees for research except for noninvasive behavioral studies.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Richard Burr (R-NC). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedAug 1, 2007
- Passed the SenateDec 13, 2007
- Passed the HouseDec 19, 2007
- Sent to the PresidentDec 21, 2007
- Became lawDec 26, 2007
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-170. (Dec 26, 2007)
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Committees
- Energy and Commerce Committee
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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