04/10/2026
U.S. Congress: Amendment to Farm Bill Could Threaten AKC Events & Hunt Training
By AKC Government Relations
Published: Mar 31, 2026 | 3 Minutes
An amendment to the House Farm Bill (HR 7567) proposed by animal rights groups threatens the future of AKC performance events and recognized hunt training techniques.
Please join AKC and leading sportsmen’s organizations in defending responsible dog enthusiasts, sportsmen and trainers. Please contact your member of the U.S. Congress and respectfully ask Congress to remove language derived from the “Greyhound Protection Act of 2025” (HR 5017) from the Farm Bill before final passage.
Read more about the proposed amendment and how you can contact your legislators to voice your opinion at
An amendment to the House Farm Bill (HR 7567) proposed by animal rights groups threatens the future of AKC performance events and recognized hunt training techniques.