Expressing opposition to the use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats.
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Summary
What This Bill Does
The bill defines introduces a definition change provision: That the House of Representatives— opposes declawing, as defined in this resolution, when performed for cosmetic or aesthetic purposes, or for reasons of convenience. It relies on definition changes. The main policy areas are Healthcare.
Who Benefits and How
The available clause analysis does not identify a specific beneficiary group.
Who Bears the Burden and How
No clear private burden is identified from the available clause analysis; implementing agencies may still take on administrative work.
Key Provisions
- Defines introduces a definition change provision: That the House of Representatives— opposes declawing, as defined in this resolution, when performed for cosmetic or aesthetic purposes, or for reasons of convenience...
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
The bill defines introduces a definition change provision: That the House of Representatives— opposes declawing, as defined in this resolution, when performed for cosmetic or aesthetic purposes, or for reasons of convenience.
Key Policy Areas
Healthcare
Primary Purpose
The bill defines introduces a definition change provision: That the House of Representatives— opposes declawing, as defined in this resolution, when performed for cosmetic or aesthetic purposes, or for reasons of convenience.
Policy Domains
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
In CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
Mr. Nadler (for himself, Mr. Carson, Mr. Cleaver, Ms. Dean …
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Submitted in House
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Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "United_States"
- → Affirms commitment to animal protection
- "state_legislatures"
- → Urged to consider banning elective declawing
- "House_of_Representatives"
- → Expresses opposition and urges state action
- "veterinary_professionals"
- → Encouraged to discourage declawing
Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
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