Bill119th CongressFiled Jan 9, 2026Animals
H.Res. 985
Expressing opposition to the use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats.
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What it does
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What just happenedJan 13, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12](D-NY)Sponsor
19 cosponsors
4actions
- Introduced in HouseJan 9, 2026
- Jan 13, 2026CommitteeH11000
Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Subcommittee - Jan 9, 2026IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Agriculture Committee - Jan 9, 2026IntroReferralH11100
Submitted in House
- Jan 9, 2026IntroReferral1025
Submitted in House