HB5020Introduced in the House
Supporting Our Shelters Act
Introduced by Veronica Escobar, District TX-16
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To amend the Animal Welfare Act to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a program under which the Secretary will award grants to entities for purposes of supporting the capability of such entities to provide care to animals in their care, and for other purposes.
Where it stands
Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
January 13, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
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