The MAWS Act would provide grants to pet and animal food manufacturers to help curb the species. 

The Bring Animals Relief and Kibble (BARK) Act will make it easier for pet retailers to donate food and supplies to animal shelters in need.

The bill is designed to improve the FDA regulatory review process for new animal food solutions.

The association is focusing on improving the regulatory environment for new ingredients, expanding access to animal food solutions, and enhancing market competitiveness.

According to the AFIA and NARA, the legislation would protect the trade of US agricultural products, including pet food and rendered ingredients, in the event of animal disease outbreaks.

A group of US senators reintroduced the New Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Act. 

The bill aims to modernize FDA regulations to help bring new animal food solutions to the market.

AFIA shares its support for the Securing American Agriculture Act.

From working with the new Trump administration to advocating for a more stable supply chain, the association hopes to foster continued growth. 

The association announced its support for the reintroduction of federal legislation that would “modernize” pet food regulation.