HR 5591 · 96th Congress · Animals
A bill to establish a National Zoological Foundation.
Bill Progress
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Introduced2
Committee3
House Vote4
Senate5
EnactedLatest: Referred to House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries.(1979-10-15)
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Establishes in the executive branch the National Zoological Foundation consisting of a National Zoological Board and a Director. Directs the Foundation to: (1) award scholarships for the training of staff members for zoos and aquariums; (2) initiate and support research to improve the welfare of animals in zoos and aquariums; (3) establish accreditation standards for zoos and aquariums; and (4) make specified project and program grants. Authorizes the Foundation to initiate and support appropriate research at academic and other nonprofit institutions.…
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Cosponsors (8)
3 Democrats4 Republicans1 Independent