S. 1725In Committee
Healthy Dog Importation Act
Expands USDA import rules for live dogs by requiring prearrival health records, transfer permits, and enforcement standards
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Expands USDA import rules for live dogs by requiring prearrival health records, transfer permits, and enforcement standards
Key points
- Establish imported dog database
- Require electronic dog health records
- Authorize entry denial and fees
- Allow transferred dogs over six months
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-05-13 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedAgriculture and Food