H.R.8723

FIGHT Act of 2026 Fighting Inhumane Gambling and High-risk Trafficking Act of 2026

Introduced·5/11/26

The FIGHT Act of 2026 amends the Animal Welfare Act to prohibit gambling on animal fighting ventures.

The FIGHT Act of 2026 amends the Animal Welfare Act to prohibit gambling on animal fighting ventures, including in-person or broadcast events. It also makes it unlawful for any person to sponsor or exhibit an animal in such ventures, attend these events, or cause individuals under 16 to attend. This bill aims to combat inhumane practices and high-risk trafficking associated with animal fighting.

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History

May 11

House

Introduced in House

May 11

House

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.