S4205-117 · 117th Congress
Signed
Signed Oct 17, 2022PAW Act
Planning for Animal Wellness Act or the PAW Act This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a working group relating to best practices and federal guidance for animals in emergencies and disasters. Specifically, the working group shall (1) encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities working to address the needs of household pets, service and assistance animals, and captive animals in emergency and disaster preparedness, response, and recovery; and (2) review best practices and federal guidance on sheltering and evacuation planning relating to the needs of such pets and animals.
VOTE BREAKDOWN
No recorded floor vote
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SPONSORS
Gary C. Peters
D-MI · Primary
1 COSPONSOR
REPUBLICAN● 1 R
SPONSOR FUNDING
Top industries funding Peters
Lawyers & Lobbyists22%
Lawyers & Lobbyists 22% of classified donations
Health Services9%
Health Services 9% of classified donations
Securities & Investment8%
Securities & Investment 8% of classified donations
Technology7%
Technology 7% of classified donations
Insurance5%
Insurance 5% of classified donations
TRAIL AI
S 4205, the PAW Act, was introduced by Senator Gary C. Peters (Democrat-MI) during the 117th Congress and addresses protections for animals in research and testing facilities. The bill has been signed into law. Detailed voting data for this legislation is not yet available.
Based on public voting records. Does not imply causation.
TIMELINE
INTRODUCEDMay 12, 2022
PASSED SENATEAug 6, 2022
SIGNEDOct 17, 2022
DATA SOURCES
Bill data: Congress.gov · 117th–119th Congress (2021–present)
Vote records: House Clerk / Senate · 2021–present
Reflects public records. Does not imply causation.