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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February 10, 2012
Hawaii’s Humane Advocates Lobby for Animals at State Capitol
Animal advocates from across the state lobbied at the state Capitol in Honolulu to urge legislators to strengthen laws to prevent puppy mills and protect pets from inhumane traps and snares.
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February 10, 2012
Animal Welfare Groups Urge Missouri Legislature to Repeal Burdensome Tax on Animal Shelters
The Humane Society of the United States, the ASPCA®, Best Friends Animal Society and other animal welfare organizations commend State Rep. Jeanne Kirkton, D-Webster Groves, and 39 cosponsors for introducing legislation, H.B. 1654, to repeal a burdensome state tax on nonprofit animal shelters and rescue groups.
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February 9, 2012
Ag-Gag Bills and Whistleblower Suppression
Agribusiness has introduced “ag-gag” bills in numerous states aimed at making whistle-blowing on factory farms essentially impossible.
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February 7, 2012
Humane Leaders Urge Calif. Governor to Spare Abandoned and Lost Pets
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February 6, 2012
The Facts on Horse Slaughter
Separate fact from fiction on the issue of horse slaughter.