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Deportation and entry ban for noncitizens who harm police animals

Also known as: BOWOW Act

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Key Points

  • Noncitizens who hurt police dogs, horses, or other working animals could be barred from entering the United States or be deported
  • This applies if a person is convicted, or even admits to the act, of harming a law enforcement animal
  • The bill adds immigration penalties on top of existing criminal penalties for injuring or killing these animals
  • If you are a United States citizen, this does not affect your immigration status
ImmigrationCriminal Justice

Milestones

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Dec 12, 2025House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 355.

Dec 12, 2025House

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 119-407.

Nov 20, 2025House

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 18 - 12.

Nov 20, 2025House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Nov 18, 2025House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

BOWOW Act of 2025

Bill NumberHR 4638
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 355.

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(19)
R: 19

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