Paws Off Act of 2021

1. General pet food and related pet welfare issues, including the continuation of the Congressional Pet Caucus. 2. General interest in and supports more efficient oversight of ingredients and by-products used in pet food, and the regulatory processes for these ingredients in pet food and pet food products. 3. Previously submitted public comments to EPA and continues to seek meetings with EPA officials to voice our opposition of federal mandates or incentives promoting renewable fuel production that use essential animal- and plant-based oils and fats necessary for complete and balanced nutrition in pet food formulations. 4. Research regarding the FDA's investigation into the potential link between diet and dog health. 5. General efforts to prevent diseases, like High Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and African Swine Fever (ASF) in the U.S.; specifically H.R.1184 and S.502: The Healthy Dog Importation Act; To amend the Animal Health Protection Act with respect to the importation of live dogs, and for other purposes. 6. General efforts to keep companion animals safe and healthy, specifically H.R.5261 - Paws Off Act of 2021; To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to deem foods containing xylitol as misbranded unless the label or labeling of such foods contains a warning specifying the toxic effects of xylitol for dogs if ingested, and for other purposes. 7. Supports funding for USDAs Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to strengthen the federal oversight of imported canines in the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies for Fiscal Year 2024. 8. Supports S.759 and H.R.1480, The Beagle Brigade Act of 2023. To provide statutory authority for the National Detector Dog Training Center that is operated by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service of the Department of Agriculture. The center trains dogs to inspect passenger baggage, cargo, mailed packages, and vehicles to detect foreign pests and diseases that threaten domestic agriculture and natural resources. 9. Supports S.901: Safe American Food Exports Act of 2023 or the "SAFE Act of 2023." To amend the Animal Health Protection Act to improve the prevention of the spread of animal diseases, and for other purposes.

Client expense: $50,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

1. General pet food and related pet welfare issues, including the continuation of the Congressional Pet Caucus. 2. General interest and more efficient oversight of ingredients and by-products used in pet food, and the regulatory processes for these ingredients in pet food and pet food products. 3. Business and supply chain impacts as it relates to the pet food industry being an essential business during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19 or SARS-CoV-2). 4. PFI has submitted public comments to EPA in opposition of federal mandates or incentives promoting renewable fuel production that use essential animal- and plant-based oils and fats necessary for complete and balanced nutrition in pet food formulations. 5. Research regarding the FDA's investigation into the potential link between diet and dog health. 6. General efforts to prevent diseases, like High Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and African Swine Fever (ASF) in the U.S.; specifically H.R.4239 and S.2597 - The Healthy Dog Importation Act; To amend the Animal Health Protection Act with respect to the importation of live dogs, and for other purposes. 7. General efforts to keep companion animals safe and healthy, specifically H.R.5261 - Paws Off Act of 2021; To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to deem foods containing xylitol as misbranded unless the label or labeling of such foods contains a warning specifying the toxic effects of xylitol for dogs if ingested, and for other purposes. And H.R. 5684 - Bring Animals Relief and Kibble Act of 2021 or BARK Act of 2021; To amend the Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act to provide protection for the good faith donation of pet products, and for other purposes. 8. Supports funding for USDAs Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to strengthen the federal oversight of imported canines in the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies for Fiscal Year 2023. 9. Supports S.3678/H.R.8432, The Beagle Brigade Act of 2022. This bill provides statutory authority for the National Detector Dog Training Center that is operated by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service of the Department of Agriculture. The center trains dogs to inspect passenger baggage, cargo, mailed packages, and vehicles to detect foreign pests and diseases that threaten domestic agriculture and natural resources. 10. Supports H.R.7789/S.4205, The Planning for Animal Wellness Act or PAW Act. This legislation would require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to establish a working group relating to best practices and Federal guidance for animals in emergencies and disasters, and for other purposes.

Client expense: $30,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

1. General pet food and related pet welfare issues, including the continuation of the Congressional Pet Caucus. 2. General interest and oversight of ingredients and by-products used in pet food, and the regulatory processes for these ingredients in pet food and pet food products. 3. Business and supply chain impacts as it relates to the pet food industry being an essential business during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19 or SARS-CoV-2). 4. PFI has submitted public comments to EPA in opposition of federal mandates or incentives promoting renewable fuel production that use essential animal- and plant-based oils and fats necessary for complete and balanced nutrition in pet food formulations. 5. Research regarding the FDA's investigation into the potential link between diet and dog health. 6. General efforts to prevent diseases, like High Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and African Swine Fever (ASF) in the U.S.; specifically H.R.4239 and S.2597 - The Healthy Dog Importation Act; To amend the Animal Health Protection Act with respect to the importation of live dogs, and for other purposes. 7. General efforts to keep companion animals safe and healthy, specifically H.R.5261 - Paws Off Act of 2021; To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to deem foods containing xylitol as misbranded unless the label or labeling of such foods contains a warning specifying the toxic effects of xylitol for dogs if ingested, and for other purposes. And H.R. 5684 - Bring Animals Relief and Kibble Act of 2021 or BARK Act of 2021; To amend the Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act to provide protection for the good faith donation of pet products, and for other purposes. 8. Supports funding for USDAs Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to strengthen the federal oversight of imported canines in the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies for Fiscal Year 2023. 9. Supports S.3678/H.R.8432, The Beagle Brigade Act of 2022. This bill provides statutory authority for the National Detector Dog Training Center that is operated by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service of the Department of Agriculture. The center trains dogs to inspect passenger baggage, cargo, mailed packages, and vehicles to detect foreign pests and diseases that threaten domestic agriculture and natural resources.

Client expense: $20,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)