HEART Act of 2016

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Bill Number

HR 4613

Introduced

Feb 25, 2016

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.

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Topics

Animal protection and human-animal relationships Civil actions and liability Crime and Law Enforcement Crimes against animals and natural resources Gambling Law enforcement administration and funding Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers

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Summary

Help Extract Animals from Red Tape Act of 2016 or the HEART Act of 2016

This bill amends the federal criminal code to modify the general rules that govern civil forfeiture proceedings. Specifically, it adds requirements with respect to the seizure of an animal involved in animal fighting.

Actions

Apr 1, 2016

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
Feb 25, 2016

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Feb 25, 2016

Introduced in House

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