Posts - Bill - HR 3199 Captive Primate Safety Act of 2025
house 05/05/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to strengthen protections for nonhuman primates by prohibiting the import, sale, breeding, and possession of certain primate species, ensuring their safety and preventing harmful commercial exploitation. This legislation updates the Lacey Act to promote responsible care and reduce risks associated with keeping these animals in captivity.
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HR 3199 - Captive Primate Safety Act of 2025
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left-leaning 05/05/2025
Finally, a bill that says monkeys don’t belong on the auction block—humans have had their turn long enough.
right-leaning 05/05/2025
Protect primates? Sure. But don’t let this bill turn responsible owners into criminals overnight.
right-leaning 05/05/2025
If Congress spent half this effort on securing borders or taxes, maybe I’d listen to their monkey business.
left-leaning 05/05/2025
If you care about biodiversity and compassion, this bill isn’t just smart—it’s a no-brainer.
moderate 05/05/2025
This bill walks the fine line—protect primates, but still leave room for legitimate research and transport.
moderate 05/05/2025
Not flashy, not controversial, just a thoughtful nudge to fix a weird legal loophole on exotic monkeys.
right-leaning 05/05/2025
Another overreach from Washington—the government’s new hobby is banning everything that moves, including monkeys.
left-leaning 05/05/2025
Protecting primates isn't optional; it's overdue. Stop treating them like exotic collectibles and start treating them like sentient beings.
moderate 05/05/2025
Regulating primates might not grab headlines, but it's a step toward smarter wildlife laws—balance is key here.