Petsafe act of 2026
Petsafe Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The PETSAFE Act of 2026 aims to improve emergency preparedness and response efforts for companion animals during disasters. It modifies existing federal laws to allow state, local, and tribal governments to use disaster relief funds for a wider range of supplies and equipment specifically needed for animals. This includes items like crates, trailers, pet supplies, veterinary supplies, and training for animal response teams. The bill seeks to ensure that animals have adequate support during emergencies.
Key provisions
- Increases funding for companion animal preparedness activities to 90% of grant amounts for certain emergency activities.
- Allows state, local, and tribal governments to use disaster relief funds for collapsible crates.
- Authorizes funding for companion animal mobile equipment trailers.
- Provides funding for pet supplies and veterinary medical supplies.
- Supports emergency sheltering equipment and supplies for animals.
- Includes funding for emergency generators and disaster response software.
- Funds training for emergency management and animal response teams.
- Allocates resources for field rescue equipment and supplies.
Who is affected
- State and local governments
- Tribal governments
- Pet owners
- Companion animals
- Emergency management agencies
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