HR 712
Child and Animal Abuse Detection and Reporting Act
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 3:53 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Child and Animal Abuse Detection and Reporting Act, aims to improve the understanding and response to child abuse by incorporating data on animal abuse into existing resources. Specifically, it amends the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act to require the Department of Health and Human Services to include information about animal abuse within its national clearinghouse for child abuse and neglect data. This will allow for a more comprehensive view of potential risk factors and connections between animal and child abuse cases. The goal is to enhance detection and intervention efforts.
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