Healthy Dog Importation Act
Healthy Dog Importation Act
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# Healthy Dog Importation Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Healthy Dog Importation Act (HR 3349) would establish new federal regulations governing the importation of dogs into the United States. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to set health and safety standards for imported dogs, including requirements for vaccinations, disease testing, and veterinary certificates to prevent the introduction of rabies and other diseases into the U.S. dog population. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily impact dog breeders and sellers who import dogs from other countries, as well as American consumers who purchase imported dogs. It could also affect the U.S.
Department of Agriculture and Customs and Border Protection, which would enforce the new requirements. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-SD) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. For more specific details about the bill's exact provisions, you would need to consult the full text on Congress.gov.
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Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.