Pocan and Langworthy Introduce COMPACT Act to Restrict Animal Testing
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What happened
Mark Pocan and Nick Langworthy introduced the Companion Animal Protection Against Cruel Testing (COMPACT) Act on September 23, 2026. The legislation prohibits the use of federal public-health research funds for biomedical research involving live dogs and cats. The act preserves flexibility for genuine national emergencies and protects animals currently in research facilities.
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Why it matters
The COMPACT Act reflects advances in biomedical science that offer alternatives to traditional animal testing, such as in vitro systems and computational modeling. By restricting the use of federal research funds, the legislation could influence how biomedical research is funded and conducted.
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Who's involved
- Mark PocanIntroduced the COMPACT Act alongside Nick Langworthy.
- Nick LangworthyIntroduced the COMPACT Act alongside Mark Pocan.
- HouseIs the legislative body where Mark Pocan serves.
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The entities involved
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Mark Pocan
United States Congressman from Wisconsin
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Nick Langworthy
Chair of the New York (state) Republican Party
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