HR 7860 · 93th Congress · Foreign Trade and International Finance

Domestic Dog and Cat Animal Protection Act

Introduced 1973-05-15· Sponsored by Rep. Wolff, Lester L. [D-NY-6]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means.(1973-05-15)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Domestic Dog and Cat Animal Protection Act - Prohibits the importation into the United States of commercially bred and raised domestic dog and cat animal products, and prohibits the interstate commerce of such animal products. Prescribes civil and criminal penalties for the violation of this Act. Stipulates that any animal products unlawfully imported into the United States or shipped in interstate commerce shall be subject to seizure and forfeiture. Authorizes the Secretary of Commerce to enforce the provisions of this Act.…

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