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- H.R.8659
H.R.8659: AVERT Future Violence Act of 2022
About This Bill
- Introduced Aug. 5, 2022
- Latest Major Action Nov. 1, 2022
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
20 (15 Democrats, 5 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Aug. 5, 2022
Bill Summary
Animal Violence Exposes Real Threat of Future Violence Act of 2022 or the AVERT Future Violence Act of 2022 This bill directs the National Institute of Justice within the Department of Justice (DOJ) to study the factors that contribute to acts of animal cruelty. The report must also analyze acts of animal cruelty as a predictor of future violence against humans. Additionally, the bill authorizes DOJ to establish a grant program to support the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Nov. 1, 2022 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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| Aug. 5, 2022 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| Aug. 5, 2022 |
Introduced in the House by Katherine Clark (D-Mass.) |