By Lower Bucks Today |
May 1, 2024
U.S. Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and Earl Blumenauer (OR-3) and U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (CT) have introduced the Captive Primate Safety Act, a bipartisan and bicameral legislation aimed at banning private ownership of primates. The bill seeks to protect both the well-being of primates and public safety by prohibiting interstate commerce and private possession of these animals.Congressman Fitzpatrick emphasized the importance of animal welfare in this initiative, stating, “For far too long primates have been mistreated, exploited, and abused while also...
