Equines, Action Alerts, Federal Legislation /
For the new administration, swift reinstatement of 2016 horse soring rule is the right call
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block
Animals in Research, Equines, Farm Animals, Pets & Cruelty, Wildlife, Federal Legislation /
Senate appropriations package has both good and bad news for animals
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block
The Senate Committee on Appropriations today released a package of 12 appropriations bills for fiscal year 2021, and it is a mixed bag for animals.
Animals in Research, Equines, Farm Animals, Pets & Cruelty, Wildlife, Elections, In the News /
A time of hope for animals
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block
As Joe Biden and Kamala Harris head to the White House, they bring with them a proven track record of protecting animals.
In past years, we have worked with both the president- and vice-president-elect to strengthen laws on wildlife, marine mammals, farm animals, and so much more, and we look forward to continue working with them in coming years.
Elections /
Congratulations to Joe Biden and Kamala Harris!
The Humane Society Legislative Fund was the only politically active national animal protection organization to endorse Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in their bid to lead this nation as President and Vice President. We were proud to do so, and we could not be happier to see them prevail.
Elections /
Patience – every vote counts
We thought it might come to this, and with no declared winner in the presidential election, and a number of important House and Senate seats in play, we are in a holding pattern with our Humane Society Legislative Fund review of key outcomes. There are some tight races and slim margins out there, votes are still being counted in many jurisdictions, and we ask for your patience as we develop a full report. We’re making assessments on all relevant races as quickly as possible so that we can report back to you.
Wildlife, Action Alerts, Federal Legislation, In the News /
Man charged in leopard mauling incident is a notorious backyard breeder of primates
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block
Equines, Action Alerts, Federal Legislation /
Kentucky voters say a decisive 'yes' to legislation ending walking horse soring
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block
An overwhelming majority of Kentucky voters oppose horse soring—the intentional infliction of pain on the hooves and legs of Tennessee walking horses and related breeds—and want Congress to end it, according to the results of a new poll we are releasing today.
Wildlife, In the News /
Breaking news: The U.S. just delisted gray wolves so trophy hunters can kill them
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block
In a heinous move that defies both science and common sense, the United States has prematurely lifted federal protections for gray wolves in the lower 48 states, giving them carte blanche to open trophy hunting seasons on these beloved native carnivores.
Wildlife /
The U.S. is allowing trophy hunters to bring home hundreds of leopard trophies. We are suing to stop that
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block
Update March 25, 2022: Earlier this week, the Court denied Safari Club International’s motion to dismiss our case. Now that trophy hunters' attempt to derail our lawsuit has been shut down, the judge will allow us to proceed to the merits.
The number of leopards in sub-Saharan Africa has plummeted by 30% in just the last 20 years, putting the future of these unique animals in jeopardy. Yet the U.S. government continues to allow Americans to import nearly 300 leopard trophies a year.
Elections /
Humane Voices: Why animal advocates are supporting Joe Biden and Kamala Harris
You may have seen our blog post endorsing Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Kamala Harris in their bid to lead the nation.
Wildlife, Federal Legislation /
Congress moves to strengthen fight against wildlife trafficking, trade in wild animals for food
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block
The trade in live wild animals and their body parts threatens the survival of so many wildlife species, and it poses serious global security and public health risks. In a one-two punch targeting this international crisis, members of Congress have introduced bills that would bolster our nation’s ability to fight poaching and trafficking, and support U.S efforts to engage diplomatically with other nations to end the sales of live and fresh wildlife for human consumption.
