Legislation and Laws News     Oklahoma Unplugs Internet Hunting  May 6, 2008 The HSUS today praised Oklahoma Governor Brad Henry for taking an important step to end "Internet hunting,"...more     Georgia Governor Signs Bill to Strengthen Dogfighting Law May 6, 2008 The HSUS applauds Gov. Sonny Purdue for signing a bill strengthening the state's dogfighting law...more     Oklahoma Legislature Unplugs Internet Hunting  April 30, 2008 The HSUS today praised the Oklahoma legislature for taking an important step to end “Internet hunting,” an appalling...more     The HSUS Praises National Conference of State Legislatures for Rejecting Horse Slaughter Proposal April 29, 2008 The HSUS praises the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) for rejecting a proposed resolution...more     Kentucky Governor Signs "Romeo's Law" April 28, 2008 Romeo, an 8-month old yellow Labrador retriever who survived a horrific beating by his former owner, was there to...more     Animal Welfare Groups Urge Iowa Governor to Sign Dogfighting Bill April 25, 2008 The Animal Rescue League of Iowa and The HSUS are calling on Gov. Chet Culver to sign legislation...more     The HSUS Applauds Introduction of Lautenberg Bill to Stop Trophy Shooting of Captive Animals April 24, 2008 U.S. Senator Frank Lautenberg, D-N.J., today introduced the Sportsmanship in Hunting Act of 2008, which would...more     Delaware House Ag Committee Holds Hearing on One of Factory Farming's Worst Abuses April 23, 2008 Delaware's House Agriculture Committee is holding a hearing today on a measure prohibiting one of the most abusive...more     Bill to Protect Man's Best Friend Becomes Law April 23, 2008 In the aftermath of an investigation by The HSUS into the Commonwealth's puppy mill industry...more     HSUS President Testifies at Congressional Hearing on Food Safety and Humane Handling Compliance by Meat Industry April 17, 2008 Wayne Pacelle testifies before a U.S. House Subcommittee today in the latest of a series of Congressional hearings...more     Federal Bill Introduced to End Invasive Research on Chimpanzees April 17, 2008 A bi-partisan group in Congress today introduced The Great Ape Protection Act (H.R. 5852) to end invasive research...more     Florida Senate Committee Advances Legislation Banning the Sexual Abuse of Animals April 16, 2008 The HSUS commends the Florida Senate Criminal Justice Committee for advancing a bill today...more     The HSUS Praises Kentucky Legislature on the Passage of "Romeo's Law" April 16, 2008 The HSUS today praised the Kentucky Legislature for passing S.B. 58, which will make it...more     The HSUS Praises Nebraska Unicameral on the Passage of Animal Cruelty Legislation April 16, 2008 The HSUS today praised the Nebraska Unicameral for passing LB 764...more     Illinois Committee Passes Bill to Crack Down on Animal Fighting April 16, 2008 The HSUS applauds the Illinois House of Representatives Judiciary Criminal Law Committee for passing H.B. 4857...more     California Legislature Consider Bills to Crack Down on Dogfighting April 14, 2008 The HSUS is calling on California state lawmakers to swiftly pass a pair of bills that will crack down on the cruel...more     Ohio Legislators Consider Bill to Strengthen Animal Fighting Law April 10, 2008 At an Ohio House of Representatives Criminal Justice Committee hearing held today, The HSUS testified...more     Tennessee Senate and House Judiciary Committees Vote to Make Cockfighting a Felony April 9, 2008 The HSUS applauds the Tennessee Senate and House Judiciary Committees for passing bills that will...more     Animal Cruelty Signing Ceremony Caps Off Successful Utah Legislative Session for Animals April 8, 2008 Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. held a signing ceremony on Tuesday for legislation that makes egregious acts of...more     Maryland General Assembly Passes Two Major Animal Protection Bills April 8, 2008 As the 2008 legislative session comes to a close, The HSUS applauds the Maryland General Assembly...more     Bill to Protect Horses Passes Illinois House  April 8, 2008 The HSUS today praised the Illinois House of Representatives for passing H.B. 4162...more     Colo. House Follows Senate Action and Sends Historic Farm Animal Welfare Measure to Governor April 7, 2008 The House today gave final approval to landmark legislation to phase out the use of veal crates and gestation crates in...more     Mississippi Passes Law to Combat Hog-Dog Fighting  April 3, 2008 The HSUS applauds Mississippi lawmakers for a law outlawing hog-dog fighting...more     West Virginia Cockfighting Raid Highlights Need for Stronger Penalties April 2, 2008 In the wake of this weekend's cockfighting raid in McDowell County, W. Va., which resulted in...more     Tennessee House Subcommittee Votes to Make Cockfighting a Felony April 2, 2008 The HSUS praised the House Criminal Practice and Procedure subcommittee for referring H.B. 2143...more     Animal Welfare Groups Urge Iowa Lawmakers to Crack Down on Dogfighting April 1, 2008 In the final weeks of the Iowa state legislative session, The HSUS and the Animal Rescue League of Iowa are...more     Georgia Senate Unanimously Passes Dogfighting Legislation March 28, 2008 The HSUS applauds the Georgia State Senate for unanimously passing a bill strengthening...more     The HSUS Urges Kentucky House of Representatives to Pass "Romeo's Law" March 27, 2008 The HSUS along with more than 30 animal protection groups throughout Kentucky, is urging the leadership of...more     The HSUS Applauds Alaska Senate for Passing Felony Animal Cruelty Bill March 27, 2008 The HSUS praises the Alaska Senate for unanimously passing legislation today that would make...more     The HSUS Urges Georgia Legislature to Enact Dogfighting Bill Quickly After Cobb County Raid March 25, 2008 The HSUS urged the Georgia General Assembly to take the actions needed to enact H.B. 301...more     Bill Allowing Maryland Animal Shelters to Provide Humane Euthanasia Passes House March 25, 2008 A bill providing access to the most humane form of euthanasia in Maryland animal shelters was unanimously approved...more     Minnesota Legislators Consider Bill to Strengthen Law Against Dogfighting and Cockfighting March 19, 2008 The HSUS urges Minnesota lawmakers to swiftly pass legislation to upgrade the state...more     Utah Unplugs Internet Hunting March 18, 2008 The HSUS today praised Utah Governor Jon Huntsman Jr. for taking an important step to end...more     Oregon Governor Signs Bill Increasing Dogfighting Spectator Penalties March 14, 2008 The HSUS applauds Governor Ted Kulongoski for signing a bill that strengthens Oregon's...more     Congress Urged to Pass Bills to Keep Downers Out of Food Supply; Increase Penalties for Inhumane Treatment March 13, 2008 Congress should move swiftly to pass legislation to ban the slaughter of downer animals for human consumption...more     Idaho Lawmakers Advance Bill to Crackdown on Wildlife Violations March 12, 2008 Idaho lawmakers have approved a measure that will give wildlife law enforcement additional...more     The HSUS Responds to Testimony on Downer Investigation March 12, 2008 The testimony of the slaughter plant executive who is at the center of a national animal abuse scandal raises...more     Georgia Legislature Passes Dogfighting Legislation March 12, 2008 The HSUS applauds Georgia state lawmakers for passing H.B. 301 to toughen...more     The HSUS Praises Virginia Governor for Signing Strong Animal Fighting Bill March 12, 2008 The HSUS praised Gov. Tim Kaine for passing legislation that will make all organized animal fighting activities...more     Rep. Earl Blumenauer Receives 2007 Humane Legislator of the Year Award March 12, 2008 The HSUS and HSLF will honor Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.) as the 2007 Humane Legislator of the Year...more     House Panel Considers Bill to Outlaw Trade in Pet Primates and Bear Parts  March 11, 2008 Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of The Humane Society of the United States, testifies today before...more     The HSUS Honors Lifelong Contributions of Senator Byrd, Representative Lantos March 11, 2008 The HSUS today bestowed its highest honor, the Joseph Wood Krutch Medal...more     South Carolina Senate Judiciary Committee Passes Animal Fighting Legislation March 11, 2008 The HSUS applauds the South Carolina Senate Judiciary Committee for...more     Washington Lawmakers Advance Bill to Prevent Antifreeze Poisoning March 7, 2008 Washington lawmakers have approved a bill that will save countless animal lives and reduce...more     Maryland Legislators Consider Fur Labeling Bill March 6, 2008 Maryland's House Economic Matters Committee will hold a hearing today on legislation that would require...more     Virginia Lawmakers Pass Bill to Protect Man's Best Friend March 6, 2008 In the aftermath of an investigation by The Humane Society of the United States into Virginia's puppy mill...more     Animal Advocates Rally at Capitol Urging Lawmakers to Clamp Down on Puppy Mills March 5, 2008 Dozens of citizens from across the Pine Tree State will descend on the state capitol and...more     Animal Advocates Celebrate Historic Milestone: Dogfighting Now a Felony in All 50 States March 5, 2008 Today marks the beginning of a new era for dogs, a moment to savor for millions of Americans...more     Senate Committee to Hold Public Hearing on Notorious Factory Farm Abuse March 4, 2008 The Maryland State Senate Education, Health and Environmental Affairs Committee will hold a hearing...more     The HSUS Applauds Utah Legislature for Cracking Down on Animal Cruelty March 4, 2008 The HSUS commends the Utah legislature for passing a bill today that would make egregious acts of cruelty...more     The HSUS Praises Wyoming for Making Animal Fighting a Crime March 4, 2008 The HSUS applauds Governor Dave Freudenthal and the Wyoming state legislature for passing a law...more     The HSUS Praises Virginia Legislature for Unanimously Passing Strong Animal Fighting Bill March 3, 2008 The HSUS praised the Virginia Senate for passing legislation that will make all organized animal fighting...more     HSUS CEO Testifies on Slaughter Plant Investigation and USDA Loophole  February 28, 2008 Wayne Pacelle testifies today before the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee...more     Nearly 800,000 Signatures Turned in to Qualify Anti-Cruelty Measure for November Ballot February 28, 2008 Since October, 790,486 Californians have signed petitions in support of an anti-cruelty ballot initiative...more     The HSUS Testifies Before House Committee After Undercover Video Spurs Largest Beef Recall in U.S. History February 27, 2008 It was standing room only in a hearing yesterday of the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations...more     Testimony of the HSUS on Food Safety and Private Sector Accountability February 26, 2008 The following is a summary of testimony presented today by Michael Greger, M.D.,...more     The HSUS's Dr. Greger Testifies to House Energy and Commerce Committee's Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee February 25, 2008 Today, Michael Greger, M.D., submitted written testimony to the Subcommittee...more     Animal Advocacy Groups Praise Idaho Government for Taking a Bite out of Dogfighting February 25, 2008 Two animal protection organizations applaud governor Butch Otter and the state's legislature for enacting a law...more     The HSUS Applauds Assemblymember Pedro Nava's Introduction of Felony Dogfighting Bill February 22, 2008 The HSUS commends Assemblymember Pedro Nava, D-Santa Barbara, for introducing a bill to...more     The HSUS Praises Senate Subcommittee for Cracking Down on Cockfighting February 21, 2008 The HSUS applauded the South Carolina Senate Subcommittee of Judiciary for voting to strengthen...more     The HSUS Praises Maryland Senators for Unanimously Passing Bill to Increase Animal Fighting Penalties February 21, 2008 The HSUS applauded the Maryland Senate for passing S.B. 44, legislation that aims to increase ...more     The HSUS Praises Senate Subcommittee for Cracking Down on Cockfighting February 21, 2008 The HSUS applauded the South Carolina Senate Subcommittee of Judiciary for voting to strengthen...more     Citizens in 20 States Gather for Humane Lobby Day  February 20, 2008 On Feb. 13, hundreds of animal advocates across the nation...more     Animal Advocates Rally at Capitol Urging Lawmakers to Pass Bills that Would Ban Puppy Mills, Let Students Opt Out of Dissection February 20, 2008 Citizens from across Vermont will descend on the state capitol to meet with their lawmakers today to urge...more     The HSUS Applauds Idaho Legislature for Cracking Down on Dogfighting, Urges Governor to Sign Bill Into Law February 15, 2008 The HSUS commends the Idaho legislature for passing a bill Thursday that would upgrade the state's penalties for illegal dogfighting...more     Congressional Reactions to the Hallmark Meatpacking Plant Investigation February 15, 2008 Members of Congress are outraged at the shocking animal abuse and disregard for public health...more     Greyhound Advocate Works to Close Massachusetts Tracks February 15, 2008 Meet Anne Albanese, who is helping to shut down greyhound racing in her home state of Massachusetts...more     Citizen Lobbyists Urge Passage of Animal Protection Bills February 13, 2008 More than 2,000 citizens across the country will descend on state capitals in 20 states today...more     Virginia Legislature Takes a Stand Against Animal Fighting February 12, 2008 The HSUS praised the Virginia House of Delegates for passing legislation that will strengthen Virginia's animal fighting law...more     Tom Lantos: A Lifetime Devotion to the Humane Movement February 11, 2008 Throughout his life, U.S. Representative Tom Lantos was a leader and visionary on matters dealing with animal protection...more     Maryland Legislators Consider Bill to Increase Penalties for Animal Fighting February 7, 2008 In a Md. House Judiciary Committee hearing held today, Chris Schindler, deputy manager of animal fighting law...more     HSUS Testifies to Curtail Poaching February 7, 2008 The HSUS joins the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the state's hunting community in support of...more     Florida Becomes 35th State to Unplug Internet Hunting February 6, 2008 Today, The HSUS praised the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission for taking...more     HSUS Applauds Virginia Senate for Unanimously Passing Legislation to Crack Down on Animal Fighting February 5, 2008 The HSUS praised the Virginia Senate for passing legislation that will strengthen...more     Congress Urged to Take Action to Prevent Abuse of Downed Animals at Slaughter Plants February 1, 2008 The HSUS urges Congress to act swiftly to protect both farm animals and human health in the...more     New Hampshire Legislators to Consider Bill to Protect Animal Welfare and Family Farming Heritage January 24, 2008 Today, the New Hampshire House Agriculture and Environment Committee will hold a hearing on a bill...more     Animal Disaster Planning Legislation Introduced in Washington State January 23, 2008 The HSUS urges lawmakers to include pets and farm animals in state and local disaster plans...more     The Shameful Seven January 17, 2008 Even the hardest-hearted Americans accept that violent animal cruelty is a serious crime...more     Attorney General and Sen. Norment Announce Support of Virginia Anti-Animal Fighting Legislation January 15, 2008 Attorney General Bob McDonnell and Sen. Thomas Norment Jr. announced their support of  legislation that aims...more     Virginia Lawmaker Cracks Down on Puppy Mills January 11, 2008 In response to the recent discovery of massive and inhumane dog breeding operations in the commonwealth of Virginia...more