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HR4638
Federal Working Animal Protection Act

1
Roll Calls
228
Yea (latest vote)
190
Nay (latest vote)
House
2026-03-19 – 2026-03-19

About HR4638

Federal Working Animal Protection Act

Policy Area: Immigration

Sponsor: Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-41] (R-CA)

Latest Action (2026-03-19): Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Summary

Bill to Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals Act or the BOWOW ActThis bill establishes that a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) convicted of, or who admits to having committed, an offense related to harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable.

Subjects: Animal protection and human-animal relationships, Border security and unlawful immigration, Crimes against animals and natural resources, Immigration status and procedures

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Vote Breakdown — HR4638

How members voted on HR4638. 0 total positions across all roll calls for this bill.

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Frequently Asked

What is HR4638?

HR4638 is the Federal Working Animal Protection Act, introduced in the House of the 119th U.S. Congress by Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-41] (R-CA). Bill to Outlaw Wounding of Official Working Animals Act or the BOWOW ActThis bill establishes that a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) convicted of, or who admits to having committed, an offense related to harming animals used in law enforcement is inadmissible and deportable.

Who sponsored HR4638?

HR4638 was sponsored by Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-41] (R-CA). Cosponsors and roll-call positions are listed on this page.

What is the current status of HR4638?

As of 2026-03-19, HR4638 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary..

How did Congress vote on HR4638?

HR4638 has had 1 roll-call vote on record. The most recent: 2026-03-19 — Yea-and-Nay (Passed).

What policy area does HR4638 cover?

HR4638 is categorized under "Immigration." Browse other bills in this area at /topic-immigration/.

Where can I see all member positions on HR4638?

Each member’s vote is shown on this page, with party affiliation, state, and the official vote question. Click any member to see their full voting record.