H.R.1477

Animal Cruelty Enforcement Act of 2025

Introduced·2/21/25

Establishes an Animal Cruelty Crimes Section within the Department of Justice to enforce federal animal cruelty laws.

The Animal Cruelty Enforcement Act of 2025 establishes an Animal Cruelty Crimes Section within the Department of Justice’s Environment and Natural Resources Division. This new section will enforce federal laws prohibiting animal cruelty under the jurisdiction of the Department of Justice. It will coordinate with other agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The section will also submit annual reports to Congress detailing the number of charges filed, convictions, and other relevant data.

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History

Feb 21, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Feb 21, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.