What does Preamble of FIGHT Act of 2025 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To amend the Animal Welfare Act to provide for greater protection of roosters, and for other purposes,' aims to amend the Animal Welfare Act. The bill's stated purpose is to provide for greater protection of roosters.

What does SHORT TITLE. of FIGHT Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Fighting Inhumane Gambling and High-risk Trafficking Act of 2025.

What does ANIMAL FIGHTING. of FIGHT Act of 2025 do?

This section amends the Animal Welfare Act to define 'rooster' as a male Gallus Domesticus species over 6 months old. It prohibits gambling on animal fighting ventures, including in-person and broadcast events. The use of the postal service to transport roosters is restricted. The Secretary, or other authorized individuals, can investigate violations and civil citizen suits are authorized to enjoin violations. Civil suits may result in fines up to $5,000 per violation. A 60-day notice period is required before commencing a civil suit. Seizure of real property used in animal fighting ventures is authorized. The Act clarifies that it does not supersede state laws on animal fighting except in cases of direct conflict.

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FIGHT Act of 2025

Last updated: 4/10/2025 · Introduced: 4/10/2025

Author: John Kennedy (R-LA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill prohibits gambling on animal fighting ventures, including in-person and broadcast events.
It restricts the use of the postal service for transporting roosters and allows for the seizure of property used in animal fighting.
The bill defines 'rooster' for the purposes of the Animal Welfare Act and authorizes civil suits with potential fines up to $5,000 per violation.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 3946(In Committee)Official page

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