Search Results: keywords:"animal protection"

  • H. R. 9571 — To amend the Animal Welfare Act to include cold-blooded species as animals, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:422

    H.R. 9571, also known as the "Cold-blooded Animal Research and Exhibition Act" or the "CARE Act", seeks to amend the Animal Welfare Act to include certain cold-blooded species, such as reptiles, amphibians, and fish, under the definition of "animal." This change ensures these...

    Simple Explanation

    The "CARE Act" is a new rule that says cold-blooded creatures like lizards, frogs, and fish should be treated nicely, just like warm-blooded animals, when scientists study them or when they are shown in exhibits. But it doesn't cover all animals, like some pets used for research or farm animals like cows and chickens.

  • H. R. 8541 — To amend the Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act to provide for criminal penalties for acquiring a wild free-roaming horse or burro with the intention of transferring such animal for processing into commercial products, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:604

    H.R. 8541, titled the “Wild Horse Integrity and Slaughter Prevention Act,” seeks to amend the Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act. This bill intends to impose criminal penalties on individuals who acquire wild free-roaming horses or burros with the intention of transferring them for...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 8541, called the “Wild Horse Integrity and Slaughter Prevention Act,” is like a rule that says if someone takes wild horses or burros and plans to turn them into things to sell, they can get in big trouble, like paying a big fine or going to jail. It's meant to keep these animals safe, but the rules need to be clear so people understand them.

  • H. R. 8492 — To prohibit wildlife killing contests on public lands, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:921

    H. R. 8492 aims to stop wildlife killing contests on public lands in the United States. These contests, where participants kill animals as part of a competition for cash or prizes, are considered harmful to wildlife management and conservation practices. The bill outlines...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to stop people from having competitions on public land where they win prizes for killing animals, but it does allow some exceptions, like for certain birds or animals that aren't supposed to be there.