HR 8723
FIGHT Act of 2026
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 1:49 AM
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Bill overview
The FIGHT Act of 2026 aims to combat animal fighting by amending the Animal Welfare Act. Specifically, it prohibits individuals from sponsoring, exhibiting, or attending animal fighting ventures, as well as gambling on these events. The bill seeks to criminalize activities that support and profit from animal cruelty. This legislation seeks to protect animals from harm associated with illegal animal fighting.
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