The HSUS supports public policies—principally at the state and federal levels—to protect animals. The 112th Congress is now in session, and we're at an unprecedented point in history when it comes to animal protection legislation. Here's a look at some issues we are focusing on this year and how to make your voice heard. Federal Legislation
State Legislation
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Finally, federal help for hens. iStockphoto
Better Lives for Hens
Egg-laying hens are suffering, but new amendments to a federal bill could help. H.R. 3798 needs as many co-sponsors as possible to make help for hens a reality. Please make sure your legislators are on board. Act now >>
News
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May 18, 2012
The HSUS Urges Congress to Take Immediate Action by Passing the Big Cats and Public Safety Protection Act
In the wake of an undercover investigation revealing that an Oklahoma roadside zoo with approximately 200 tigers and other big cats is allowing children to interact with dangerous predators, The HSUS is calling on members of Congress to take immediate action on the Big Cats and Public Safety Protection Act (H.R. 4122).
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May 17, 2012
Illinois Senate Takes Historic Steps to Protect Sharks
The Center for Oceanic Awareness, Research, and Education (COARE), The Humane Society of the United States, Humane Society International, and Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) applaud the Illinois State Senate for passing a new bill to end Illinois' contribution to the dire collapse of shark populations worldwide.
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May 17, 2012
Animal Welfare Organizations Praise Ohio House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee for Passing Dangerous Wild Animal Act
The HSUS, Born Free USA and the ASPCA® issued the following statements in response to the passage of the Dangerous Wild Animal Act in the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee.
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May 15, 2012
HSUS Applauds New Jersey Assembly Committee for Passing Bill to Regulate Captive Tigers
The HSUS applauds the New Jersey Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee for passing a measure to require certificates of registration for captive tigers.
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May 15, 2012
Ag-Gag Bills, Whistleblower-Suppression
Agribusiness has introduced “ag-gag” bills in numerous states aimed at making whistle-blowing on factory farms essentially impossible.