7 USC 2160 - Prohibition on slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption

U.S Code last checked for updates: Apr 28, 2024

§ 2160.

Prohibition on slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption

(a)

In general

Except as provided in subsection (c), no person may—

(1)

knowingly slaughter a dog or cat for human consumption; or

(2)

knowingly ship, transport, move, deliver, receive, possess, purchase, sell, or donate—

(A)

a dog or cat to be slaughtered for human consumption; or

(B)

a dog or cat part for human consumption.

(b)

Scope

Subsection (a) shall apply only with respect to conduct—

(1)

in or affecting interstate commerce or foreign commerce; or

(2)

within the special maritime and territorial jurisdiction of the United States.

(c)

Exception for Indian tribes

(d)

Penalty

(e)

Effect on State law

Nothing in this section—

(1)

limits any State or local law or regulation protecting the welfare of animals; or

(2)

prevents a State or unit of local government from adopting and enforcing an animal welfare law or regulation that is more stringent than this section.

(Pub. L. 115–334, title XII, § 12515, Dec. 20, 2018, 132 Stat. 5000.)

cite as: 7 USC 2160