Bills · HR 3112
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3112Animals
Better CARE for Animals Act of 2025
INTRO APR 30· LAST ACTION APR 30
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COSPONSORS
196
READER REACTIONS0 TOTAL
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STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it aims to significantly boost the enforcement of animal welfare laws across the country. If passed, it means there would be two powerful federal entities—the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Justice (through the Attorney General)—working to ensure animals are treated humanely. This could lead to quicker action against individuals and businesses that neglect or abuse animals, especially those with repeated or severe violations, potentially improving the conditions for many animals.
Without this bill, the Attorney General's direct enforcement capabilities for civil violations of the Animal Welfare Act are less defined, potentially leading to slower or less comprehensive responses to animal welfare issues. By clarifying and expanding the Attorney General's role, the bill seeks to create a more robust system for holding violators accountable, making it harder for repeat offenders to continue operating and improving the overall welfare of animals covered by the Act.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Grants the Attorney General new authority to file civil lawsuits against Animal Welfare Act violators, allowing for injunctions, animal removal, license revocation, and daily civil penalties of up to $10,000.
This significantly strengthens federal enforcement by adding the Department of Justice's legal power to animal welfare cases, potentially leading to faster and more impactful action against violators.
PROVISION 02
Allows for the seizure and forfeiture of animals involved in Animal Welfare Act violations and permits charging violators for the costs of caring for these seized animals.
This provides a direct mechanism to remove animals from harmful situations and ensures that those responsible for the harm bear the financial burden of the animals' subsequent care.
PROVISION 03
Mandates that fines and penalties collected from Animal Welfare Act violations must be used to cover the reasonable costs of temporary care for seized animals.
This ensures that funds from enforcement actions directly support the welfare of animals rescued from problematic situations, rather than just going into a general fund.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Secretary of Agriculture and the Attorney General to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding within 180 days to coordinate enforcement efforts and share information about serious violators.
This ensures critical collaboration between the two key federal agencies involved in animal welfare enforcement, promoting efficient and effective action.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 196
R· New York
YRS IN OFFICE
5
BILLS LED
55
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 20%
DEM 176 REP 20 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 30
Introduced in House
APR 30
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3112
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 30, 2025
Last actionApr 30, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · AGRICULTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 30, 2025
House BillHR 3112Animals
Better CARE for Animals Act of 2025
INTRODUCED APR 30, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 30, 2025
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
196
COMPLEXITY
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