Captive Primate Safety Act of 2025

# Captive Primate Safety Act of 2025 - Summary ## What the Bill Does The Captive Primate Safety Act of 2025 would regulate the private ownership and breeding of primates (such as monkeys and apes) in the United States. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to restrict or prohibit individuals from keeping primates as pets and establish stricter standards for facilities that do house captive primates. The goal is generally to improve animal welfare and public safety. ## Who It Affects This bill would primarily affect private individuals who own primates as pets, breeders, zoos, sanctuaries, and research facilities.

It could also impact exotic pet dealers and entertainment venues that use primates. ## Current Status As of now, the bill is in committee (HR 3199, 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full floor vote in the House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Mike Quigley, a Democrat from Illinois.