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HR3112119th CongressWALLET

Better CARE for Animals Act of 2025

Sponsored By: Representative Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11]

Introduced

Summary

Stronger federal enforcement of the Animal Welfare Act. This bill would require valid licenses for dealers and exhibitors, expand enforcement tools for federal prosecutors and the Secretary of Agriculture, and allow larger fines and animal seizure to stop ongoing harms.

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License needed to trade or show animals

Dealers and exhibitors would need a valid, unsuspended USDA license to buy, sell, show, or transport animals in commerce. Unlicensed or suspended operators would have to stop these activities. This would take effect upon enactment.

Higher federal penalties for animal violations

The Attorney General would be able to sue in federal court to stop Animal Welfare Act violations. Courts could order animal removal or relocation and revoke licenses. Civil fines could be up to $10,000 for each violation for each day it continues. Animals involved could be seized and forfeited. People whose acts led to a seizure could be charged reasonable transfer and care costs. USDA and the Justice Department would set an information‑sharing agreement within 180 days of enactment.

Payback for temporary animal caregivers

If you temporarily care for an animal while a case is pending, you could be repaid for reasonable costs. Money would come from fines or penalties the government collects. Only reasonable and necessary costs would be paid.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11]

NY • R

Cosponsors

  • Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5]

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