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PETSAFE Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-7438| House 
| Updated: 2/9/2026
Brian J. Mast

Brian J. Mast

Republican Representative

Florida

Cosponsors (16)
Sylvia R. Garcia (Democratic)Troy A. Carter (Democratic)Dina Titus (Democratic)Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)Christopher H. Smith (Republican)Raja Krishnamoorthi (Democratic)Josh Harder (Democratic)Pramila Jayapal (Democratic)Lateefah Simon (Democratic)Sarah McBride (Democratic)Jared Moskowitz (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Susie Lee (Democratic)Debbie Wasserman Schultz (Democratic)Vern Buchanan (Republican)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation aims to significantly improve emergency preparedness and response capabilities for companion animals during disasters by amending the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006. It specifically addresses the needs of pets by enabling state, local, and tribal governments to utilize grant funds for a wide range of related emergency activities. The authorized activities include purchasing essential supplies such as collapsible crates, pet food, veterinary care items, and acquiring mobile equipment, generators, and disaster response software. Furthermore, these funds can support emergency sheltering equipment, training, and animal response team development. Crucially, the federal cost share for these dedicated companion animal preparedness activities is increased from 50 percent to 90 percent , providing greater financial support for these vital efforts.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-5175
PETSAFE Act of 2023
Feb 9, 2026
Introduced in House
Feb 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-5175
    PETSAFE Act of 2023


  • February 9, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • February 9, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Emergency Management

PETSAFE Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-7438| House 
| Updated: 2/9/2026
This legislation aims to significantly improve emergency preparedness and response capabilities for companion animals during disasters by amending the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006. It specifically addresses the needs of pets by enabling state, local, and tribal governments to utilize grant funds for a wide range of related emergency activities. The authorized activities include purchasing essential supplies such as collapsible crates, pet food, veterinary care items, and acquiring mobile equipment, generators, and disaster response software. Furthermore, these funds can support emergency sheltering equipment, training, and animal response team development. Crucially, the federal cost share for these dedicated companion animal preparedness activities is increased from 50 percent to 90 percent , providing greater financial support for these vital efforts.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-5175
PETSAFE Act of 2023
Feb 9, 2026
Introduced in House
Feb 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-5175
    PETSAFE Act of 2023


  • February 9, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • February 9, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Brian J. Mast

Brian J. Mast

Republican Representative

Florida

Cosponsors (16)
Sylvia R. Garcia (Democratic)Troy A. Carter (Democratic)Dina Titus (Democratic)Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)Christopher H. Smith (Republican)Raja Krishnamoorthi (Democratic)Josh Harder (Democratic)Pramila Jayapal (Democratic)Lateefah Simon (Democratic)Sarah McBride (Democratic)Jared Moskowitz (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Susie Lee (Democratic)Debbie Wasserman Schultz (Democratic)Vern Buchanan (Republican)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

Emergency Management

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted