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Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act

USA119th CongressHR-5286| House 
| Updated: 1/13/2026
Dina Titus

Dina Titus

Democratic Representative

Nevada

Cosponsors (7)
Gilbert Ray Cisneros (Democratic)Kimberlyn King-Hinds (Republican)Steve Cohen (Democratic)Scott H. Peters (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Rashida Tlaib (Democratic)Lloyd Doggett (Democratic)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Subcommittee, Agriculture Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act aims to enhance the welfare of animals during transportation by strengthening enforcement and prohibiting the movement of unfit livestock. It mandates the Secretary of Transportation , in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, to develop an enforcement mechanism within 180 days of enactment. This mechanism will facilitate investigations and inspections of vehicles, vessels, and records to ensure compliance with animal transport provisions. Furthermore, the bill amends the Animal Health Protection Act to prohibit the interstate movement of livestock deemed "unfit to travel." This term is explicitly defined, referencing international animal health standards and including conditions such as sickness, injury, inability to stand, advanced pregnancy, or recent birth. An exception is provided for livestock moved for the purpose of receiving veterinary care, ensuring that necessary medical attention is not hindered. Overall, the legislation seeks to prevent suffering by establishing clear standards and robust oversight for animal transportation.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-8699
Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act
Sep 10, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 10, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Jan 13, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-8699
    Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act


  • September 10, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 10, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.


  • January 13, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.

Transportation and Public Works

Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act

USA119th CongressHR-5286| House 
| Updated: 1/13/2026
The Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act aims to enhance the welfare of animals during transportation by strengthening enforcement and prohibiting the movement of unfit livestock. It mandates the Secretary of Transportation , in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, to develop an enforcement mechanism within 180 days of enactment. This mechanism will facilitate investigations and inspections of vehicles, vessels, and records to ensure compliance with animal transport provisions. Furthermore, the bill amends the Animal Health Protection Act to prohibit the interstate movement of livestock deemed "unfit to travel." This term is explicitly defined, referencing international animal health standards and including conditions such as sickness, injury, inability to stand, advanced pregnancy, or recent birth. An exception is provided for livestock moved for the purpose of receiving veterinary care, ensuring that necessary medical attention is not hindered. Overall, the legislation seeks to prevent suffering by establishing clear standards and robust oversight for animal transportation.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-8699
Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act
Sep 10, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 10, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Jan 13, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-8699
    Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act


  • September 10, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 10, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.


  • January 13, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
Dina Titus

Dina Titus

Democratic Representative

Nevada

Cosponsors (7)
Gilbert Ray Cisneros (Democratic)Kimberlyn King-Hinds (Republican)Steve Cohen (Democratic)Scott H. Peters (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Rashida Tlaib (Democratic)Lloyd Doggett (Democratic)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Subcommittee, Agriculture Committee

Transportation and Public Works

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted