Bill · H.Res. 1110· House(119-HRES-1110)
Expressing the disapproval of the House of Representatives regarding the slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and encouraging Japan to enact a nationwide ban on such practices.
- Introduced
- 3/9/2026
- Last activity
- 3/9/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Andrew Garbarino
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 6
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution expresses the disapproval of the House of Representatives regarding the slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption. It aims to encourage Japan to implement a nationwide ban on these practices. The resolution highlights that the slaughter of these animals is inconsistent with the shared moral and cultural values of the United States and Japan. It also points to the increasing support for animal welfare in Japan and the existence of bans in other Asian nations and cities. Finally, the House seeks to urge continued bilateral cooperation on animal rights and welfare initiatives.
Yes
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+1
The resolution encourages bilateral cooperation with Japan on shared animal welfare values.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+1
It engages in diplomatic encouragement regarding animal protection standards.
Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?+1
The resolution explicitly respects religious and cultural practices protected under law.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Encouraging a nationwide ban in Japan: This could lead to an end to the slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption in that country (Section 1).
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Promoting animal rights and welfare: The resolution affirms shared values regarding the protection of companion and service animals and urges continued cooperation on these initiatives (Section 2 and Section 3).
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Ending cruel practices: The resolution condemns the killing and trafficking of millions of dogs and cats, which it describes as a practice that has no place in the 21st century (Section 5).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are identified in the text: The resolution states that it does not seek to interfere with or limit religious or cultural practices protected under domestic or international law (Section 4).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+1Improves International Alliances+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Religious Freedom+1
- 7/27/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/12/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 4/16/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/25/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/9/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Emanuel CleaverDemocrat · Missouri
J. CorreaDemocrat · California
Donald DavisDemocrat · North Carolina
Lois FrankelDemocrat · Florida
Steny HoyerDemocrat · Maryland
David JoyceRepublican · Ohio
Jimmy PanettaDemocrat · California
David SchweikertRepublican · Arizona
David ValadaoRepublican · California