Classification: Emerging Leader / Strong SupporterTenure: 117th–119th Congresses Rep. Nicole Malliotakis has emerged as one of the more engaged Republican lawmakers on animal-protection issues in the 119th Congress. While her earlier record reflected selective participation in bipartisan animal-welfare initiatives, her recent legislative activity demonstrates a more proactive and substantive commitment, particularly in the areas of … Read more
Classification: Animal OpponentTenure: 115th – 119th Congresses Rep. Bruce Westerman has become one of the most influential congressional opponents of federal wildlife protections. As Chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, he has played a central role in advancing legislation that would weaken the Endangered Species Act, transfer greater authority to states, and reduce federal … Read more
Classification: Mixed RecordTenure: 115th – 119th Congresses Rep. Andy Biggs has emerged as one of the more notable conservative voices in Congress on issues affecting agriculture, federalism, and state authority. While he has not built a broad legislative portfolio centered on animal protection, his record includes one significant intervention that set him apart from many House … Read more