Senate Bill 4437
119th Congress(2025-2026)
Puppy Protection Act of 2026
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Apr 29, 2026
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The bill enhances regulations for dog dealers, requiring adequate housing with specific indoor space and temperature control, nutritional food, access to clean water, exercise, socialization, veterinary care, safe breeding practices, group housing, and post-retirement placement efforts. It amends the Animal Welfare Act and instructs the Secretary to issue final regulations within 18 months. As a constituent, this bill would potentially impact dog breeding and sale practices, aiming to improve the welfare of dogs in commercial breeding environments.
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Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Bill
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Bill Number
4437
Congress
119
Policy Area
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No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
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April 29, 2026
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04/29/2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S2131)
04/29/2026
Introduced in Senate
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