(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Amends the Public Health Service Act to repeal provisions providing for the removal of surplus chimpanzees from a sanctuary facility. Prohibits use of such chimpanzees for research except for noninvasive behavioral studies.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Mr. Deal (GA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR 12/7/2006 H8778-8779)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5798.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR 12/7/2006 H8778-8779)
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR 12/7/2006 H8778-8779)
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Received in the Senate.
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