The Government Affairs section supports public policies—principally at the state and federal levels—to protect animals. The 111th 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 will focus on this year and make your voice heard. Federal Legislation
2009: A Record-Breaking Year of State Victories
Enacted and Vetoed Legislation
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At the top of the list is California, which has strong laws in 45 of the 65 categories ranked. HSUS
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The rankings include laws regarding pets, animal cruelty and fighting, wildlife, animals in research, horses, and farm animals. HSUS
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The ranking was based on 65 different animal protection issues in 10 major animal protection categories. HSUS
Animal Protection, State by State
The HSUS has released its first "Humane State Ranking," a comprehensive report rating all 50 states on a wide range of animal protection laws. See where your state stands. Alabama - Missouri Montana - Wyoming Total Scores
News
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March 17, 2010
Lobby Day at the Gold Dome
Ga. State Director Cheryl McAuliffe and a group of 50 advocates disregarded the cold rain and made a day of it at the state capital on behalf of animals.
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March 17, 2010
Louisiana Lab Urged to Retire Chimps
The HSUS calls on the University of Louisiana at Lafayette’s New Iberia Research Center to retire nine chimps to sanctuary.
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March 17, 2010
Animal Time at Boise Statehouse
Idaho Humane Lobby Day was a perfect opportunity for our 52 animal advocates to show their support and really participate in the process.
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March 16, 2010
Dog Joins Activists at IN Statehouse
IN State Director Anne Sterling lead about 40 animal advocates through the maze of the Indiana legislature on behalf of animals.
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March 16, 2010
Deaf and Blind Dog Joins Advocates
Jill Fritz and a group of 51 advocates braved the snow and took to the halls of the Michigan statehouse to work for animal-friendly laws.