H.R.845 — Pet and Livestock Protection Act
House Roll Call
H.R.845
| Bill | H.R.845 — Pet and Livestock Protection Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 211 / Nay 204 / Present 0 / Not Voting 18 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 206 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
| D | 5 | 200 | 0 | 8 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
Summary of HR 845 - Pet and Livestock Protection Act
The Pet and Livestock Protection Act (HR 845) aims to enhance the welfare of pets and livestock by addressing issues related to animal cruelty, neglect, and abandonment. The bill seeks to establish a framework for improved protections for domestic animals, particularly in emergency situations, and to promote responsible pet ownership and livestock management practices.
Key Provisions:
- The bill mandates the development of guidelines for local and state governments to enhance the response to animal welfare emergencies, ensuring that pets and livestock are protected during natural disasters and other crises.
- It proposes the establishment of a grant program to support local animal shelters and rescue organizations in their efforts to provide care for abandoned or neglected animals.
- The legislation also emphasizes the need for public education campaigns aimed at promoting responsible pet ownership, including spaying and neutering initiatives.
Funding and Authorities: HR 845 authorizes appropriations for the grant program, although specific funding levels are not detailed in the bill text. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) are expected to play significant roles in administering the provisions of this act.
Affected Programs and Agencies: The bill directly impacts local animal control agencies, animal shelters, and rescue organizations, as well as state and local governments tasked with animal welfare. It also engages the USDA and APHIS in regulatory and educational capacities.
Beneficiaries: The primary beneficiaries of HR 845 are pets and livestock, as well as their owners and caretakers. The legislation aims to reduce instances of animal cruelty and improve the overall welfare of animals in the United States.
Key Timelines: The latest action on HR 845 occurred with the reporting of the Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 951, which facilitates the consideration of this bill alongside several others. Further legislative action will determine the timeline for debate and potential passage in the House of Representatives.
Yea (211)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Nay (204)
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
