H.R.8627

Petfax Act of 2026

Introduced·4/30/26

Petfax Act of 2026 aims to improve honesty in pet sales by regulating information disclosure and licensing for dog and cat dealers.

The Petfax Act of 2026 seeks to enhance transparency and honesty in pet sales by requiring sellers to provide detailed information about the source and health history of dogs and cats. It mandates that sellers disclose the breeder's identity, the number of animals bred and sold, and health details such as vaccinations and known conditions. The Act also restricts the issuance or renewal of licenses to certain individuals and entities, particularly those with prior violations or connections to suspended or revoked licenses.

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Current
Agriculture Committee
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Sponsors

1
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History

Apr 30

House

Introduced in House

Apr 30

House

Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.