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H.R.2143: Downed Animal Protection Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
- This bill is primarily about animals
- Introduced July 31, 1995
- Latest Major Action July 29, 1996
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
67 (55 Democrats, 1 Independent, 11 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Downed Animal Protection Act - Amends the Packers and Stockyard Act, 1921 to make it unlawful for any stockyard owner, market agency, or dealer to buy, sell, give, receive, transfer, market, hold, or drag any nonambulatory livestock unless such livestock has been humanely euthanized. Imposes civil and criminal penalties for violations.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy and Poultry.
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Executive Comment Requested from USDA.
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Unfavorable Executive Comment Received from USDA.
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July 31, 1995 |
Introduced in the House by Gary L. Ackerman (D-N.Y.) |