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H.RES.208: Expressing opposition to the use of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, nitrous oxide, argon, or other gases to euthanize shelter animals and support for State laws that require the use of the more humane euthanasia by injection method.
About This Bill
- Introduced May 8, 2013
- Latest Major Action May 22, 2013
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
56 (55 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Expresses: (1) disapproval of the use of gas chambers to euthanize shelter animals, and (2) support for the enactment of state laws requiring the use of euthanasia by injection with sodium pentobarbital as the standard method of euthanasia for all animal shelters. Encourages states to allow licensed shelters to purchase necessary euthanasia drugs, subject to appropriate training and certification.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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May 22, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Rural Development, and Credit.
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May 8, 2013 |
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
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May 8, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by James P. Moran (D-Va.) |