US Senate: Goldie’s Act Allows for Seizure of Dogs for Undefined ‘Psychological Harm’ – Oppose Now : The Dog Law Blog
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Rex Gaylord
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US Senate: Goldie’s Act Allows for Seizure of Dogs for Undefined ‘Psychological Harm’ – Oppose Now

by Rex Gaylord on 03/25/24

From AKC Government Relations


Late last week, Goldie’s Act (HR 1788/S 4033), was introduced in the U.S. Senate. This harmful bill:

  • Redefines “violations” of the federal Animal Welfare Act;
  • Allows for immediate seizure or euthanasia of animals suffering from “psychological harm”, a term it does not define;
  • Removes distinctions between minor non-compliances such as paperwork errors and animal care violations. AWA enforcement emphasis should be on the health and welfare of animals;
  • Requires posting of images of violations on a publicly accessible database; and
  • Undermines the property rights of responsible breeders.

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