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H.R.5557: Farm Animal Stewardship Purchasing Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about animals
- Introduced June 8, 2006
- Latest Major Action July 26, 2006
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
15 (11 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Farm Animal Stewardship Purchasing Act - Prohibits the federal government from purchasing any product derived from a covered animal used or intended for use as food or fiber or to produce food or fiber unless the animal is raised with: (1) adequate shelter which allows the animal to stand, lie down, walk, and turn around completely and fully extend all limbs or wings without touching any part of an enclosure; (2) daily access to adequate food...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the Committee on Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Referred to House Government Reform
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Referred to House Agriculture
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock and Horticulture .
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| June 8, 2006 |
Introduced in the House by Christopher H. Shays (R-Conn.) |