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119th Congress
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SENATES. 4437· 119th Congress

Stronger care standards for dog breeders

Puppy Protection Act of 2026

Sponsor
Richard Durbin (D-IL)
Introduced
Apr 29, 2026
Last Action
Apr 29, 2026
Passage
25%
Introduced
Apr 29, 2026
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Sets stronger humane-care standards for commercial dog breeders.
  • Covers housing, exercise, and veterinary care.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Aims to reduce mistreatment in large-scale breeding operations.
  • Affects breeders, pet buyers, and animal-welfare advocates.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Referred to the Senate Agriculture Committee.
  • Tell your senators if animal-welfare standards matter to you.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Apr 29, 2026Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
  • Apr 29, 2026Introduced in Senate