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H.R.6342: Traveling Exotic Animal and Public Safety Protection Act
About This Bill
- Introduced Nov. 17, 2016
- Latest Major Action Dec. 9, 2016
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Traveling Exotic Animal and Public Safety Protection Act This bill amends the Animal Welfare Act to establish a prohibition on the use of exotic or wild animals in performances (e.g., circus, ride, carnival, or parade) of a traveling animal act. The prohibition does not apply to the use of animals in: (1) zoos; (2) aquariums; (3) research facilities; (4) film, television, or advertising, if the performance is not before a public studio...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Dec. 9, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock and Foreign Agriculture.
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| Nov. 17, 2016 |
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
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| Nov. 17, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Raúl M. Grijalva (D-Ariz.) |