Greens file bill to ban animal breeding for fur

The Green Party has announced the submission of a draft law on banning fur farming prepared by MEP Małgorzata Tracz during the ongoing session of the Sejm. The announced bill is a proposal for a fair social contract that presents a clear mechanism for a just transition for the fur industry.

The draft law was created in cooperation between Małgorzata Tracz MP's office, the Open Cages association, and the International Movement for Animals – Viva!

The draft assumes a definitive ban on raising animals for fur as of January 1, 2027. As of the date of entry into force of the bill, a ban on the establishment of new fur farms would come into effect. The ban on breeding would apply only to animals bred for fur, not to those bred for consumption. 

The project also assumes the creation of a compensation system for breeders who will have to liquidate their breeding. 

"What we have relied on is the experience of previous animal protection projects, as well as the analysis of other EU countries' legislation in this area and data obtained from ministries regarding the number of farms and financial issues," Małgorzata Tracz, Member of the Polish Parliament and the proponent of the project, said.

(WBJ)