[ad_1] Each year, the Humane Society Legislative Fund reflects on the progress in animal protection made at the state and federal levels on animal protection through their federal and state scorecards. In 2023, Texas legislators rose to the occasion and passed five crucial pro-animal bills which are now law in the state. These newly passed […]
This year, we won some big animal protection battles in the nation’s capital
[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block The fight for public policy gains for animals at the federal level is not for the faint of heart nor the weak of spirit. Every day, in every congressional session, it’s an all-out battle to secure humane laws and regulations. Whatever we achieve, we achieve against determined opposition, including […]
Californians – Where do your state legislators stand on animal protection?
[ad_1] As we come to the end of 2023, we reflect on the legislative and political progress made by our movement for animals. In California, Governor Gavin Newsom signed four animal protection bills this year. These newly passed laws will expand veterinary access, keep families and pets together during extreme weather events, and support alternatives […]
Celebrating Twelve Years of Animal Protection in India
[ad_1] Explore the remarkable journey of Amruta Ubale and her team, who helped lead the charge for animal protection in India twelve years ago through dedicated animal advocacy. “Here you are again,” the Indian Ministry of Foreign Trade receptionist said with a hint of humor in his eyes. Before him stood a woman with a […]
Remembering Senator Dianne Feinstein, a great animal protection leader
[ad_1] We mourn Senator Dianne Feinstein, a stalwart champion on humane issues across the board, a 100 percenter on our Humane Scorecard year after year, our Legislator of the Year in 2016 and most recently, a leader in the fight to uphold California’s Prop 12 and defeat the dangerous Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression (EATS) Act […]
The 2023 Illinois Humane Scorecard is here! Did your state legislators make the grade on animal protection?
[ad_1] Modeled after our longtime federal Humane Scorecard, the Humane Society Legislative Fund’s state scorecards hold state legislators accountable to a range of humane interests—and have become increasingly influential with those who value the well-being of animals. As we work together to advance the animal protection agenda in your state, we need to first know […]
Hey, Marylanders! Is animal protection a priority for your representative?
[ad_1] This summer, the Humane Society Legislative Fund (HSLF) released the 2023 Maryland Humane Scorecard. The scorecard grades legislators in the Maryland State House based on how they voted on key animal protection initiatives introduced during the 2023 session. Knowing where legislators stand on our key issues, from veterinary access to trapping regulation, is crucial […]
Senate Committee on Appropriations advances key animal protection measures
[ad_1] The Senate Committee on Appropriations acted on a raft of animal welfare measures late last week, building on the House committee’s earlier work and helping set the stage for positive results in the final package. In a few areas—specifically directing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to phase out cosmetics testing on animals, providing […]
Breaking: Supreme Court upholds strongest farm animal protection law in U.S.
[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block We are thrilled that after months of tireless efforts and unwavering dedication, we have emerged victorious in our landmark Supreme Court defense of California’s Proposition 12. The decision, announced earlier today, upholds the nation’s strongest farm animal protection law and unanimously rejects the pork industry’s primary constitutional claim. […]
Calling all Virginians – Where do your state legislators stand on animal protection?
[ad_1] The 2023 Virginia Humane Scorecard is now available online, and we encourage voters to use it as a tool when they approach the ballot box this year. Holding legislators accountable to humane interests is critical as we strive to make our voices louder than those of the trophy hunters, factory farmers, and puppy mill […]