[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block In so many respects, scientific and technological innovation has defined this era—so it is nothing less than absurd that taxpayer dollars still fund animal experiments when non-animal approaches that could yield far better results for human health exist. That’s why we push to take the suffering out of […]
Türkiye’s stray animal bill moves forward after fierce debate
[ad_1] A committee of the Turkish Grand National Assembly (TBMM) approved late Tuesday amendments to a law safeguarding animal welfare after three days of tense debates. Colloquially known as the “stray animals bill,” the proposal by the ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) pitted those seeking to end attacks by feral dogs that cost […]
Breaking: Proposed Farm Bill would create a nightmare for animals
[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block The Farm Bill, a legislative package the U.S. Congress approves every five years or so to govern agricultural and food programs, has the potential to instill animal welfare and sustainability into food practices for years to come. Instead, the 2024 Farm Bill just approved in the House Agriculture […]
Help stop ‘fix’ in Farm Bill that would undercut strongest farm animal welfare law in U.S.
[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block We now know for certain that the Farm Bill to be considered by the U.S. House Agriculture Committee contains language that seeks to undo more than a dozen state laws on humane treatment of farm animals including California’s Proposition 12, widely considered the nation’s strongest law on farm […]
Ranbir’s jiju from Animal, Siddhant Karnick wants to date Triptii Dimri: I’d pay bill
[ad_1] After the release of Indian cinema’s biggest A-rated blockbuster Animal, Triptii Dimri gained popularity as “bhabhi 2” and became the “national crush” of India. Well, turns out not just the movie-watching audience even her co-stars are in awe of her. Siddhanth Karnick who played Varun Pratap Malhotra, Ranbir Kapoor’s character Ranvijay Singh Balbir’s brother-in-law […]
Comments about Board of Education member should be disavowed; county animal welfare bill requirements too harsh
[ad_1] Schallheim should be supported, not criticized Amy Leahy’s recent letter to The Capital criticizing Dana Schallheim’s priorities on the Board of Education is appalling on several fronts. To suggest the Board of Education should not prioritize ensuring a free and equal public education for all students regardless of identity, including those with disabilities, is […]
South Dakota House passes bill that would make the animal sedative xylazine a controlled substance
[ad_1] The South Dakota House has passed a bill that would make xylazine a controlled substance January 17, 2024, 6:31 PM ET • 2 min read PIERRE, S.D. — The South Dakota House passed a bill Wednesday that would make xylazine, an animal sedative that is being mixed with fentanyl and then used by some […]
Bucco Bill to Create Special License Plates for State Animal Clears Committee
[ad_1] Legislation sponsored by Senate Minority Leader Anthony M. Bucco that would authorize the creation of specialized license plates for New Jersey’s State animal was approved by the Senate Transportation Committee. Sen. Anthony Bucco’s bill that would authorize the creation of specialized license plates for New Jersey’s State animal was approved by the Senate Transportation […]
Brazen attacks on Endangered Species Act emerge in U.S. House funding bill
[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block Just a few weeks short of the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act’s passage, opponents in the U.S. Congress have pushed through a series of hostile amendments to undermine the landmark law during the House appropriations funding process. That’s the grim reality of the contemporary political landscape […]
U.S. Congress has new chance to better protect animals with game-changing bill
[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block Responsibility for animals’ welfare rests with us all, including the federal government. Our work spans a range of federal agencies, all of which can do something to support the prevention of animal cruelty and suffering. A whole-of-government approach is consistent with the growth of our movement and its […]