HR5017Referred to Committee

Greyhound Protection Act of 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-08-22
Introduced
30
Cosponsors
HR
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Salud O. Carbajal
Salud O. Carbajal
Democrat · CA · Representative
Votes with party: 97.5% (555 recorded votes)

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.

2026-01-13

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Plain-English Summary

This bill would establish new federal protections for greyhound dogs, likely including regulations on breeding, racing, and care standards for the animals. The legislation would probably affect greyhound racing facilities, breeders, and owners by imposing requirements to ensure the dogs' health and welfare. Animal welfare advocates support such measures, while the racing industry would face new compliance obligations.

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Animals
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