SB2555: Better CARE for Animals Act of 2023 Better Collaboration, Accountability, and Regulatory Enforcement for Animals Act of 2023
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
A bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to expand and improve the enforcement capabilities of the Attorney General, and for other purposes.
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The Better CARE for Animals Act of 2023 amends the Animal Welfare Act to strengthen the Attorney General's power to enforce animal protection rules. The bill expands tools available to federal prosecutors who handle cases involving animal cruelty and neglect. It was introduced in the Senate and currently awaits review. The bill aims to improve coordination and accountability in how federal animal protection laws are enforced.
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Richard Blumenthal
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (38)
John Kennedy
Christopher Coons
John Fetterman
Patty Murray
Tim Kaine