What is the current status of HR 3538?

HR 3538 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 3538?

HR 3538 was sponsored by Andrew Garbarino (R), Rep.

Wildlife Confiscations Network Act

IntroducedMay 21, 2025

Introduced1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAdvisory bodiesAnimal protection and human-animal relationshipsLicensing and registrationsWildlife conservation and habitat protection

Why This Matters

The Wildlife Confiscations Network Act aims to set up a system for better handling and care of animals and plants seized from illegal trade. This is important for protecting wildlife and supporting law enforcement efforts against trafficking.

If you care about wildlife protection, this bill could improve how confiscated animals are treated and managed.

Who this affects

Wildlife enforcement officers · Animals seized from illegal trade

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill would create a network to manage confiscated wildlife at U.S. borders.
2It aims to improve the care and placement of illegally imported animals and plants.
3The network would help law enforcement document and maintain evidence of wildlife trafficking.
4It seeks to expand a successful pilot program currently operating in Southern California.
5The bill addresses the growing threat of wildlife trafficking and its impact on security.

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Wildlife Confiscations Network Act

IntroducedMay 21, 2025

Introduced1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAdvisory bodiesAnimal protection and human-animal relationshipsLicensing and registrationsWildlife conservation and habitat protection

Why This Matters

If you care about wildlife protection, this bill could improve how confiscated animals are treated and managed.

Who this affects

Wildlife enforcement officers · Animals seized from illegal trade

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill would create a network to manage confiscated wildlife at U.S. borders.
2It aims to improve the care and placement of illegally imported animals and plants.
3The network would help law enforcement document and maintain evidence of wildlife trafficking.
4It seeks to expand a successful pilot program currently operating in Southern California.
5The bill addresses the growing threat of wildlife trafficking and its impact on security.

Read full document

Last changed 12 days ago · checked hourly