HR 6693 · 112th Congress · Animals

To amend the Animal Welfare Act to provide for the protection of birds, rats, and mice, and for other purposes.

Introduced 2012-12-20· Sponsored by Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]· House

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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.(2012-12-20)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Includes within the definition of an "animal" for purposes of the Animal Welfare Act a bird, rat of the genus Rattus, or mouse of the genus Mus that is being used, or is intended for use, as a pet or for research, testing, experimentation, or exhibition purposes.…

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Cosponsors (1)

1 Democrat
Rep. Farr, Sam [D-CA-17]CA