Protecting Local Zoos Act of 2026

House Bill

H.R. 7159

119th Congress

Protecting Local Zoos Act of 2026

In Committee

Introduced:Feb 4, 2026

Primary Sponsor

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Cosponsors

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Quick Stats

Summary

This bill appears to address protections or support for local zoos, though the specific provisions are not available. Based on the title, it likely involves federal measures to help community zoos maintain operations, meet standards, or receive assistance.

Latest Action

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Introduced2/4/2026

StatusSubcommittee Hearings Held

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Protecting Local Zoos Act of 2026

This bill appears to address protections or support for local zoos, though the specific provisions are not available. Based on the title, it likely involves federal measures to help community zoos maintain operations, meet standards, or receive assistance.

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This bill appears to address protections or support for local zoos, though the specific provisions are not available. Based on the title, it likely involves federal measures to help community zoos maintain operations, meet standards, or receive assistance.

Bill Number: 7159
Introduced: 2/4/2026
Status: Subcommittee Hearings Held

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Fact Sheet

Title: Protecting Local Zoos Act of 2026
Bill Number: 7159
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Subcommittee Hearings Held
Introduced: 2/4/2026
Summary: This bill appears to address protections or support for local zoos, though the specific provisions are not available. Based on the title, it likely involves federal measures to help community zoos maintain operations, meet standards, or receive assistance.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill appears to address protections or support for local zoos, though the specific provisions are not available. Based on the title, it likely involves federal measures to help community zoos maintain operations, meet standards, or receive assistance.

Last updated: 3/6/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The bill focuses on providing some form of protection or support for local zoos across the country.
The legislation has progressed to subcommittee hearings, where members of Congress examine the details and hear testimony.
Without the full text, the specific mechanisms of protection—whether financial, regulatory, or operational—remain unclear.
The bill is scheduled for consideration in 2026, suggesting it addresses future needs or anticipated challenges for local zoos.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would likely affect local zoos, their staff, and the communities they serve. Depending on its provisions, it could provide financial assistance, establish operating standards, or offer regulatory relief to help zoos continue serving their educational and conservation missions. Visitors and local economies that benefit from zoo operations may also be indirectly affected.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7159, 119th Congress (2026). "Protecting Local Zoos Act of 2026". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7159

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