Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Summary
The Petfax Act obligates any dealer, pet store, or other for‑profit seller of dogs and cats to provide purchasers with a standardized disclosure about the animal’s origin, health history, and any past animal‑welfare violations before a sale. It also makes it illegal to misrepresent where a pet came from, especially from high‑volume breeders, and extends disclosure rules to non‑profit adopters who receive animals for a fee. The Federal Trade Commission must issue implementing regulations within 180 days of enactment.
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