STATEMENT: House Farm Bill collapses under weight of Big Ag giveaways
Humane World Action Fund vows to block harmful Farm Bill provisions targeting animal welfare as fight continues
WASHINGTON (April 29, 2026)—Humane World Action Fund, formerly called Humane Society Legislative Fund, issued the following statement on the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 not advancing in the House.
Sara Amundson, president of Humane World Action Fund, said:
Humane World Action Fund endorses Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick for reelection in PA-01 race
WASHINGTON (April 27, 2026)—Humane World Action Fund, formerly called Humane Society Legislation Fund, announced its endorsement of Brian Fitzpatrick for Pennsylvania’s 1st Congressional District. As the nation’s leading political animal advocacy organization, Humane World Action Fund endorses candidates based on their demonstrated commitment to animal protection, evaluating each candidate only on their record and positions on animal welfare issues.
Humane World Action Fund endorses Congressman Guy Reschenthaler for reelection in PA-14 race
WASHINGTON (April 27, 2026)—Humane World Action Fund, formerly called Humane Society Legislation Fund, announced its endorsement of Guy Reschenthaler for Pennsylvania's 14th Congressional District. As the nation’s leading political animal advocacy organization, Humane World Action Fund endorses candidates based on their demonstrated commitment to animal protection, evaluating each candidate only on their record and positions on animal welfare issues.
Humane World Action Fund endorses Congressman Jimmy Panetta for reelection in CA-19 race
WASHINGTON (April 27, 2026)—Humane World Action Fund, formerly called Humane Society Legislation Fund, announced its endorsement of Jimmy Panetta for California’s 19th Congressional District. As the nation’s leading political animal advocacy organization, Humane World Action Fund endorses candidates based on their demonstrated commitment to animal protection, evaluating each candidate only on their record and positions on animal welfare issues.
Animal protection groups sue U.S. Department of Agriculture over failure to stop cruel, painful practice of horse ‘soring’
Lawsuit alleges USDA neglects its duty under the Horse Protection Act to end abusive ‘Big Lick’ practices on Tennessee Walking Horses
STATEMENT: Canceled congressional vote on ESA Amendments Act is a ‘clarion call’
Earth Day reversal signals growing resistance to legislation that would undermine federal wildlife protections
WASHINGTON (April 22, 2026)—Humane World Action Fund, formerly called Humane Society Legislative Fund, shared a significant update regarding the ESA Amendments Act. Republican leadership has officially pulled the bill from the House floor and postponed today's scheduled vote after it became clear there was sufficient opposition to prevent its passage.
Sara Amundson, president, Humane World for Animals Action Fund, said:
