Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Subcommittee, Agriculture Committee
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Traveling Exotic Animal and Public Safety Protection Act This bill prohibits the use of exotic or wild animals in performances of a traveling animal act, such as a circus, carnival, or parade. The prohibition does not apply to zoos, aquariums, research facilities, wildlife sanctuaries, and other entities. The prohibition also does not apply to domestic animals or farm animals.
Animal protection and human-animal relationshipsMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centers
Traveling Exotic Animal and Public Safety Protection Act
USA116th CongressHR-2863| House
| Updated: 6/21/2019
Traveling Exotic Animal and Public Safety Protection Act This bill prohibits the use of exotic or wild animals in performances of a traveling animal act, such as a circus, carnival, or parade. The prohibition does not apply to zoos, aquariums, research facilities, wildlife sanctuaries, and other entities. The prohibition also does not apply to domestic animals or farm animals.