BOWOW Act of 2025

# BOWOW Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The BOWOW Act (Bill to Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals) would make it easier to deport non-U.S. citizens who harm animals used in law enforcement, such as police dogs or horses. Currently, animal abuse alone may not be grounds for deportation. This bill would make harming working police animals a specific reason to deny entry to the country or remove someone already living here. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects non-U.S.

citizens (documented or undocumented immigrants) who harm law enforcement animals. It would also impact law enforcement agencies whose working animals would receive additional legal protection through immigration consequences for offenders. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 4638 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) and has not advanced further in the legislative process.