H.R. 1477 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Animal Cruelty Enforcement Act of 2025
H.R. 1477 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Feb 21, 2025, sponsored by David P. Joyce with 53 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Feb 21, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 53
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
What it does
Animal Cruelty Enforcement Act of 2025 This bill establishes a new section in the Environment and Natural Resources Division of the Department of Justice to enforce federal laws concerning animal cruelty.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
David P. Joyce (R-OH). Co-sponsors: 40 Democrats, 13 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 21, 2025
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (Feb 21, 2025)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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