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H.R.3526: To end the use of steel jaw leghold traps on animals in the United States.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 103rd Congress
- This bill is primarily about animals
- Introduced Nov. 17, 1993
- Latest Major Action Aug. 3, 1998
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
107 (88 Democrats, 19 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Prohibits the shipment in interstate or foreign commerce of steel jaw leghold traps and of articles of fur derived from animals trapped in such traps. Prescribes criminal penalties for violations of this Act. Directs the Secretary of the Interior to reward nongovernment informers for information leading to a conviction under this Act. Empowers enforcement officials to detain, search, and seize suspected merchandise or documents and to make...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and Competitiveness.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Nov. 17, 1993 |
Introduced in the House by Nita M. Lowey (D-N.Y.) |