H.R. 3683In committeeCrime & justice
FBI would get a dedicated animal cruelty task force under HR 3683
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 3683 creates an FBI task force to enforce existing federal animal cruelty laws and provide training to local police.45-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
HR 3683 would establish a dedicated task force inside the FBI to investigate and enforce existing federal laws banning dogfighting, cockfighting, and crush videos. The task force would coordinate with the Department of Agriculture, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and the U.S. Marshals Service. It would also develop training guides for local police and submit annual reports to Congress on cases, charges, and convictions.
Who does it affect?
People suspected of federal animal cruelty offenses would face more focused federal enforcement attention. Local police departments, federal partner agencies, and animal welfare organizations would also be directly involved or affected.
Why does it matter?
Adding a dedicated federal unit could increase the number of investigations and prosecutions under laws that are already on the books. Local departments receiving standardized training materials may change how animal cruelty cases are identified and handled at the local level.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
FBI Animal Cruelty Taskforce Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- June 3, 2025
- Latest action:
- June 3, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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