To end the use of steel jaw leghold traps on animals in the United States.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (4 Apr 1997): Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications, Trade, and Consumer Protection.
What this bill does
This bill, H.R. 1176, proposes to prohibit the use of steel jaw leghold traps on animals in the United States. Specifically, it would ban the import, export, and shipment of these traps across state lines. The bill also prohibits the import, export, and interstate shipment of articles of fur that come from animals caught in such traps.
The proposed legislation would affect individuals and businesses involved in the fur trade and the manufacturing or sale of steel jaw leghold traps. Violators could face criminal penalties, including fines and imprisonment for repeat offenses. The bill also outlines provisions for law enforcement officials to detain, search, seize, and arrest individuals suspected of violating these provisions.
H.R. 1176 was introduced in the House of Representatives in 1997 and was referred to multiple committees for consideration. As of the information provided, its latest action was its introduction, meaning it has not yet passed either chamber of Congress or been signed into law. If it were to advance, it would require approval from both the House and the Senate before potentially being sent to the President.
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Official summary
Prohibits the import, export, or shipment in interstate commerce of steel jaw leghold traps and of articles of fur derived from animals trapped in such traps. Prescribes criminal penalties for violations of this Act. Directs the Secretary of the Interior to reward nongovernment informers for information leading to a conviction under this Act. Empowers enforcement officials to detain, search, and seize suspected merchandise or documents and to make arrests with and without warrants. Subjects seized merchandise to forfeiture.
Timeline
4 Apr 1997
Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications, Trade, and Consumer Protection.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 1176 do?
- This bill, H.R. 1176, proposes to prohibit the use of steel jaw leghold traps on animals in the United States. Specifically, it would ban the import, export, and shipment of these traps across state lines. The bill also prohibits the import, export, and interstate shipment of articles of fur that come from animals caught in such traps. The proposed legislation would affect individuals and businesses involved in the fur trade and the manufacturing or sale of steel jaw leghold traps. Violators could face criminal penalties, including fines and imprisonment for repeat offenses. The bill also outlines provisions for law enforcement officials to detain, search, seize, and arrest individuals suspected of violating these provisions. H.R. 1176 was introduced in the House of Representatives in 1997 and was referred to multiple committees for consideration. As of the information provided, its latest action was its introduction, meaning it has not yet passed either chamber of Congress or been signed into law. If it were to advance, it would require approval from both the House and the Senate before potentially being sent to the President.
- Has H.R. 1176 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 1176. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 1176?
- H.R. 1176 was sponsored by Rep. Lowey, Nita M. [D-NY-18] (D-NY), with 92 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 1176?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications, Trade, and Consumer Protection. (4 Apr 1997).
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