HR 6514
Protecting Animals in Military Training Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 13, 2026, 4:10 PM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Protecting Animals in Military Training Act, aims to end the use of live animals – such as dogs, primates, and marine mammals – in Department of Defense trauma training exercises. It requires the Secretary of Defense to transition to using alternative training methods like simulators, mannequins, and actors instead. The goal is to reduce the use of animals in potentially stressful and harmful training scenarios. This legislation seeks to prioritize animal welfare within military operations.
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