HB 4400

Illinois House of Representatives bill in Session 104.

Status: in_committee. Latest action: January 14, 2026.

ANIMAL TESTING METHODS.

Bill ID IL-104-HB-4400
Session 104
Status in_committee
Committee Rules Committee
House of Representatives in_committee 2026-01-14
Summary

Amends the Protection of Dogs and Cats from Unnecessary Testing Act. Changes the short title of the Act to the Protection of Animals from Unnecessary Testing Act. Adds definitions of "animal"" and ""traditional animal test method"". In provisions regarding a prohibition on the use of dogs or cats in toxicological experiments, limits the enforcement provisions to cover only the provisions regarding the prohibition on the use of dogs or cats in toxicological experiments. Prohibits a testing facility from using a traditional animal test method if an agency has approved an alternative test method or strategy or been granted a waiver. Provides for exceptions from that prohibition. Provides that, on January 20, 2028, and every January 20 thereafter, every testing facility shall report specified animal testing information to the Attorney General. Requires the Attorney General to make those reports publicly available within 90 days. Provides for enforcement of the prohibition against traditional animal test methods. Makes technical changes. Effective January 1, 2027."

Sponsor
Anna Moeller
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Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
2026-01-14 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-01-14 Status in_committee
2026-01-14 Latest Action 1/14/2026 - House:
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