WASHINGTON (May 27, 2026)—Humane World Action Fund, formerly called Humane Society Legislation Fund, announced the endorsement of Alex Bores for Congress in New York’s 12th 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.

Senate must not repeat the House’s faulty mistake on animal welfare policies as Farm Bill heads to the upper chamber

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:

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.

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.

Lawsuit alleges USDA neglects its duty under the Horse Protection Act to end abusive ‘Big Lick’ practices on Tennessee Walking Horses

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:

Bipartisan bill SF 2099—passed unanimously by the Iowa House and through Senate committees—awaits a full Senate floor vote before the session adjourns

Legislation undermines science-based safeguards for more than 130 species poisoned by products of hunting and fishing on federal lands

Humane World for Animals and Humane World Action Fund encouraged by newly proposed guidance to advance non-animal methods