Bill illegal purchase , transportation of animals across state lines . Bill driven by ` ` unscrupulous dealers '' who sell animals , Humane Society says . The House overwhelmingly voted in favor of passing the Captive Primate Safety Act on Tuesday , which prohibits people from buying or transporting primates across state lines to keep as pets . Primates can cause serious injuries , cause death , group says . Bill comes 8 days after woman left in serious condition after chimpanzee attack .
Bill illegal purchase , transportation of animals across state lines . Bill driven by ` ` unscrupulous dealers '' who sell animals , Humane Society says . Primates can cause serious injuries , cause death , group says . Bill comes 8 days after woman left in serious condition after chimpanzee attack .