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S. 4205Became Law

PAW Act

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What it doesSummary public law (Oct 17, 2022)

Planning for Animal Wellness Act or the PAW Act

This act directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a working group relating to best practices and federal guidance for animals in emergencies and disasters.

Specifically, the working group shall (1) encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities working to address the needs of household pets, service and assistance animals, and captive animals in emergency and disaster preparedness, response, and recovery; and (2) review best practices and federal guidance on sheltering and evacuation planning relating to the needs of such pets and animals.

What just happenedOct 17, 2022

Became Public Law No: 117-212.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI](D-MI)Sponsor
2 cosponsors2 R
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  1. Oct 17, 2022President

    Became Public Law No: 117-212.

  2. Oct 17, 2022BecameLaw36000

    Became Public Law No: 117-212.

  3. Oct 17, 2022President

    Signed by President.

  4. Oct 17, 2022BecameLaw36000

    Signed by President.

  5. Oct 17, 2022Floor

    Presented to President.

  6. Oct 17, 2022President28000

    Presented to President.

  7. Sep 14, 2022FloorH37300

    Pursuant to section 11 of H. Res. 1339, and the motion offered by Mr. Hoyer, the following bills passed under suspension of the rules: H.R. 1468, as amended; H.R. 5865; H.R. 5916, as amended; H.R. 7735, as amended; H.R. 7846; H.R. 7939, as amended; H.R. 8260, as amended; and S. 4205. (consideration: CR H7814-7822; text: CR H7814)

  8. Sep 14, 2022Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: Pursuant to section 11 of H. Res. 1339, and the motion offered by Mr. Hoyer, the following bills passed under suspension of the rules: H.R. 1468, as amended; H.R. 5865; H.R. 5916, as amended; H.R. 7735, as amended; H.R. 7846; H.R. 7939, as amended; H.R. 8260, as amended; and S. 4205.

  9. Sep 14, 2022FloorH1B000

    Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1339, proceedings on S. 4205 are considered vacated.

  10. Sep 13, 2022FloorH37220

    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

  11. Sep 13, 2022FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 4205.

  12. Sep 13, 2022FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7758-7759; text: CR H7758-7759)

  13. Sep 13, 2022FloorH30300

    Ms. Norton moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

  14. Aug 9, 2022FloorH15000

    Held at the desk.

  15. Aug 9, 2022FloorH14000

    Received in the House.

  16. Aug 8, 2022Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  17. Aug 6, 2022Floor

    Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4165)

  18. Aug 6, 2022Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S4165)

  19. Aug 3, 2022Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 466.

  20. Aug 3, 2022Committee

    Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Peters with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 117-140.

    Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
  21. Aug 3, 2022Committee14000

    Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Peters with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 117-140.

    Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
  22. May 25, 2022Committee

    Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

    Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
  23. May 12, 2022IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

    Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
  24. May 12, 2022IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Public LawOct 17, 202249

Planning for Animal Wellness Act or the PAW Act

This act directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a working group relating to best practices and federal guidance for animals in emergencies and disasters.

Specifically, the working group shall (1) encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities working to address the needs of household pets, service and assistance animals, and captive animals in emergency and disaster preparedness, response, and recovery; and (2) review best practices and federal guidance on sheltering and evacuation planning relating to the needs of such pets and animals.

Passed HouseSep 14, 202253

Planning for Animal Wellness Act or the PAW Act

This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a working group relating to best practices and federal guidance for animals in emergencies and disasters.

Specifically, the working group shall (1) encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities working to address the needs of household pets, service and assistance animals, and captive animals in emergency and disaster preparedness, response, and recovery; and (2) review best practices and federal guidance on sheltering and evacuation planning relating to the needs of such pets and animals.

Passed SenateAug 6, 202255

Planning for Animal Wellness Act or the PAW Act

This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a working group relating to best practices and federal guidance for animals in emergencies and disasters.

Specifically, the working group shall (1) encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities working to address the needs of household pets, service and assistance animals, and captive animals in emergency and disaster preparedness, response, and recovery; and (2) review best practices and federal guidance on sheltering and evacuation planning relating to the needs of such pets and animals.

Reported to SenateAug 3, 202225

Planning for Animal Wellness Act or the PAW Act

This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a working group relating to best practices and federal guidance for animals in emergencies and disasters.

Specifically, the working group shall (1) encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities working to address the needs of household pets, service and assistance animals, and captive animals in emergency and disaster preparedness, response, and recovery; and (2) review best practices and federal guidance on sheltering and evacuation planning relating to the needs of such pets and animals.

Introduced in SenateMay 12, 2022

Planning for Animal Wellness Act or the PAW Act

This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a working group relating to best practices and federal guidance for animals in emergencies and disasters.

Specifically, the working group shall (1) encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities working to address the needs of household pets, service and assistance animals, and captive animals in emergency and disaster preparedness, response, and recovery; and (2) review best practices and federal guidance on sheltering and evacuation planning relating to the needs of such pets and animals.

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