Strengthens animal welfare enforcement by giving the Attorney General new powers to stop violations.
This bill would give the Attorney General new powers to crack down on Animal Welfare Act violations. It would allow them to take civil action, seize animals, and fine violators up to $10,000 per day. Animal dealers and exhibitors would face stricter rules, and penalty funds would help pay for temporary animal care.
Today, the Animal Welfare Act primarily relies on the Secretary of Agriculture for enforcement, with limited direct civil action powers for the Attorney General. This bill would explicitly give the Attorney General new powers to bring civil lawsuits, seek court orders, and seize animals involved in violations. It would also allow for civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation per day and ensure penalty money helps pay for temporary animal care.
HR 3112 · 119th Congress · April 30, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 7/10
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