House Bill 8723
119th Congress(2025-2026)
FIGHT Act of 2026
Introduced
Introduced in House on May 11, 2026
Bill Intelligence
The bill, known as the "FIGHT Act of 2026," aims to amend the Animal Welfare Act to prohibit animal fighting ventures, including sponsoring, exhibiting, attending, or causing individuals under 16 to attend, and gambling on such events. The act expands the scope of unlawful actions to include animal venture gambling, both in-person and through broadcast events. If passed, this bill will impact the animal welfare landscape, aiming to combat inhumane practices and provide protections for animals involved in fighting ventures.
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Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
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Bill Number
8723
Congress
119
Policy Area
Animals
Animals
Primary focus of measure is animal protection; human-animal relationships; wildlife conservation and habitat protection; veterinary medicine. Measures concerning endangered or threatened species may fall under Environmental Protection policy area. Measures concerning wildlife refuge matters may fall under Public Lands and Natural Resources policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
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May 11, 2026
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05/11/2026
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
05/11/2026
Introduced in House
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