Introduced
H. R. 8480
Introduced in House · April 30, 2026April 23, 2026
Mr. Gottheimer (for himself and Mr. Lawler) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary
A BILL
To amend title 18, United States Code, to increase the penalties for animal crushing, and for other purposes.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. Short title.
This Act may be cited as the “Protect our Pets Act”.