Bill116th CongressFiled Mar 10, 2020Health
H.R. 6170
DOGS Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Mar 10, 2020)
Dogs Offering Gentle Support Act or the DOGS Act
This bill establishes a pilot grant program in the Department of Health and Human Services for eligible nonprofits to conduct routine dog-assisted therapy in various community settings and populations. The Government Accountability Office must report on the impact of the program.
What just happenedMar 10, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Lipinski, Daniel [D-IL-3](D-IL)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseMar 10, 2020
- Mar 10, 2020IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Introduced in House