Animal Cruelty Now a Federal Crime
Trump Expected to Sign Bill Passed by Congress
Every State Has Laws Prohibiting Animal Cruelty, But Enforcement Varies
Animal welfare activists have hailed the passage of a new federal law that makes animal cruelty a felony offense. The bill, which was passed by Congress with overwhelming bipartisan support, is expected to be signed into law by President Trump soon.
The new law, known as the Animal Cruelty Enforcement Act, strengthens the penalties for animal cruelty and provides new tools for law enforcement to investigate and prosecute these crimes. It also establishes a national database of animal abusers, which will help to prevent them from moving from state to state to avoid prosecution.
Every state already has laws prohibiting animal cruelty, but the penalties vary widely and enforcement is often lax. The new federal law will help to ensure that animal abusers are punished more severely and that their crimes are taken more seriously.
Animal welfare advocates say that the new law is a major victory for animals and that it will help to reduce the suffering of millions of animals each year.
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