What is the current status of HR 456?

HR 456 is currently: Passed Senate.

Who sponsored HR 456?

HR 456 was sponsored by Greg Steube (R), Rep.

Stops Federal Funding for Dog Testing

IntroducedJanuary 15, 2025

Passed Senate10 months ago

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Passed/agreed to in Senate

Why This Matters

This bill stops the National Institutes of Health from using federal funds for any research that involves testing on dogs.

If you care about animal welfare, this bill prevents federal funds from being used for testing on dogs.

Who this affects

Dogs used in research · Scientists conducting studies

What changes is this bill making?

1The bill prohibits the National Institutes of Health from using federal money for research that tests on dogs.
2This measure aims to protect dogs from being used in biological, medical, or behavioral experiments.
3It reflects a growing concern for animal welfare in scientific research.
4The bill could lead to increased funding for alternative research methods that do not involve animals.
5Supporters argue that dogs should not suffer for research purposes.

Read the detailed summary

Protecting Dogs Subjected to Experiments Act This bill prohibits the National Institutes of Health from funding biological, medical, or behavioral research that involves testing dogs.

Stops Federal Funding for Dog Testing

IntroducedJanuary 15, 2025

Passed Senate10 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Passed/agreed to in Senate

Why This Matters

This bill stops the National Institutes of Health from using federal funds for any research that involves testing on dogs.

If you care about animal welfare, this bill prevents federal funds from being used for testing on dogs.

Who this affects

Dogs used in research · Scientists conducting studies

What changes is this bill making?

1The bill prohibits the National Institutes of Health from using federal money for research that tests on dogs.
2This measure aims to protect dogs from being used in biological, medical, or behavioral experiments.
3It reflects a growing concern for animal welfare in scientific research.
4The bill could lead to increased funding for alternative research methods that do not involve animals.
5Supporters argue that dogs should not suffer for research purposes.

Read the detailed summary

Protecting Dogs Subjected to Experiments Act This bill prohibits the National Institutes of Health from funding biological, medical, or behavioral research that involves testing dogs.