HR 7438 United States House · 119th Congress

PETSAFE Act of 2026

This bill amends disaster preparedness funding rules to better support companion animals during emergencies. It adds a new 90% federal funding option for specific pet-related preparedness activities, alongside the existing 50% option. States, localities, and tribes receiving disaster grants can now use funds for items like collapsible crates, mobile pet trailers, veterinary supplies, emergency generators, and animal response team training. The law directly affects government entities managing disaster response by expanding allowable uses of existing grant money for pet safety.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 9, 2026 Last action Feb 10, 2026
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Feb 10, 2026
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
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Feb 9, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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Feb 9, 2026
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