House Bill 7789
117th Congress(2021-2022)
PAW Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on May 16, 2022
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
7789
Congress
117
Policy Area
Emergency Management
Emergency Management
Primary focus of measure is emergency planning; response to civil disturbances, natural and other disasters, including fires; emergency communications; security preparedness.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Planning for Animal Wellness Act or the PAW Act
This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a working group relating to best practices and federal guidance for animals in emergencies and disasters.
Specifically, the working group shall (1) encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities working to address the needs of household pets, service and assistance animals, and captive animals in emergency and disaster preparedness, response, and recovery; and (2) review best practices and federal guidance on sheltering and evacuation planning relating to the needs of such pets and animals.
12/08/2022
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 442.
12/08/2022
Reported by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. H. Rept. 117-611.
06/15/2022
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
06/15/2022
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
06/15/2022
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Discharged.
05/17/2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
05/16/2022
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
05/16/2022
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Mar 9, 2023 5:47:48 PM