S. 5113, also known as the “Homeward Bound Act,” is proposed legislation that seeks to delay the enforcement of a new rule regarding the importation of dogs and cats from abroad for certain individuals. Specifically, the delay applies to members of the Armed Forces, U.S....
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S. 5113, the "Homeward Bound Act," is a bill that lets soldiers, diplomats, and people with helper animals bring their pets into the U.S. with a delay on new rules, giving them extra time before they need to follow them. It also makes it easier to bring in dogs from places with low rabies risk and makes sure that existing animal safety rules still apply.