Federal · 119th Congress
Protecting Local Zoos Act of 2026
Policy areaAnimals
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To amend the Lacey Act Amendments of 1981 to adjust provisions relating to captive wildlife offenses.Official Title as Introduced
Protecting Local Zoos Act of 2026Short Title(s) as Introduced
Legislative history4
Feb 4, 2026
House · CommitteeSubcommittee Hearings Held
Jan 28, 2026
House · CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries.
Jan 20, 2026
HouseReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Jan 20, 2026
IntroducedIntroduced in House