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July 1, 2012
Illinois Becomes Fifth State to Ban Shark Fin Trade
The HSUS and Humane Society International applaud Governor Pat Quinn and state lawmakers for enacting legislation to end Illinois' contribution to the dire collapse of shark populations worldwide.
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June 7, 2012
Wayne's Blog: Jane Goodall’s Extraordinary Dedication for Animals
HSUS President and CEO Wayne Pacelle discusses his admiration for famed animal advocate Jane Goodall.
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May 23, 2012
Marinas Nationwide Enthusiastically Endorse the Shark-Free Marina Initiative
Marinas on the east and west coasts of the United States are enthusiastically joining the Shark-Free Marinas Initiative to help conserve the world’s imperiled shark populations.
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May 17, 2012
Shark Advocates Join New York City Council Member Margaret Chin to Rally for State Legislation to Protect Sharks and Oceans
A coalition of animal welfare, environmental and conservation organizations joined City Council Member Margaret Chin, D-Lower Manhattan and other city and state legislators for a rally on City Hall steps to announce her resolution in support of the state legislation to end New York’s contribution to the dire collapse of shark populations worldwide.
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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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April 24, 2012
Animal Advocates Gather at Delaware Capitol to Lobby for Animal Protection
Citizens from across Delaware participating in Humane Lobby Day 2012 met with lawmakers at the Capitol to urge them to pass legislation that will significantly impact animals.
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April 10, 2012
The HSUS Applauds Maryland General Assembly for Legislative Advances
The Maryland General Assembly adjourned on Monday after passing three meaningful laws to protect animals and considering several other important measures. Lawmakers approved bills to protect consumers who purchase sick puppies from pet stores, to strengthen the Department of Natural Resources’ ability to crack down on illegal poaching, and to extend the task force established in 2011 to study spay and neuter funding for the state.
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March 28, 2012
Animal Advocates Lobby Illinois Lawmakers on Legislation to Ban Cow Tail Docking, Shark Fins
During Humane Lobby Day 2012, citizens from across Illinois met with lawmakers at the Capitol and urged them to pass legislation that bans tail docking of cattle and stops the cruel trade in shark fins in the state.
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March 27, 2012
Maryland Senate Passes Bill to Ban Shark Fin Trade
The Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International applaud the Maryland state Senate for passing landmark legislation that will end Maryland’s contribution to the cruel, wasteful and unsustainable trade in shark fin.
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March 16, 2012
Buffalo Exchange Helps Save Ocean Animals
In recognition of our work to protect marine life, Buffalo Exchange pledged all proceeds from the sale of items priced at one dollar during Buffalo Exchange’s Dollar Day Sale on Saturday, April 21, 2012, as donations to HSI and The HSUS.
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March 15, 2012
Citizens Gather at New Jersey Capitol to Award Humane Legislators, Lobby for Animal Protection Legislation
At our New Jersey Humane Lobby Day, The HSUS awarded Humane State Legislator Awards to New Jersey legislators Tom Kean, Jr., and Connie Wagner, and Sen. Bateman and Assemblywoman Wagner voiced support for a ban on shark fins.
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February 21, 2012
New York Legislators Urged to Protect Sharks and Oceans
A coalition of animal welfare, environmental and conservation organizations joined New York State Assembly Members Alan Maisel, D-Brooklyn, Grace Meng, D-Flushing, and Linda Rosenthal, D-Manhattan, to support a new bill to end New York’s contribution to the dire collapse of shark populations worldwide.
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January 5, 2012
Kind News Extra: How Kids Can Help Sharks
What kids can do to save sharks and help end shark finning.
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January 5, 2012
Kind News Story: Kids Dive In to Help Save Sharks
After learning about the cruel practice of shark finning, one sixth-grade class in California decided to do something about it.
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December 29, 2011
2011: A Winning Year for Wildlife
From sharks to prairie dogs, 2011 was a year of victories for wildlife around the world.
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November 30, 2011
The HSUS and Shark Free Marina Initiative Applaud the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Committee Decision to Protect Sharks
The Humane Society of the United States and the Shark Free Marina Initiative commend the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for their recent decision to increase protection for four imperiled shark species (tiger sharks, and great, scalloped and smooth hammerheads) in Florida waters beginning Jan. 1, 2012.
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October 8, 2011
The HSUS Applauds Governor Brown’s Enactment of New Animal Protection Reforms
Championed by The Humane Society of the United States and other advocacy organizations, backed by Californians, and supported by overwhelmingly bi-partisan votes in the Legislature, the seven bills signed into law by Gov. Jerry Brown this session add to California’s track record as a front-runner in initiating path-breaking animal protection legislation.
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October 7, 2011
California Becomes Fourth State to Ban Shark Fin Trade
The HSUS and HSI applaud Gov. Jerry Brown for enacting landmark legislation that will close off Pacific U.S. ports and their role in facilitating the cruel and wasteful practice of shark finning.
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July 1, 2011
Oregon Legislature Adjourns with Important Gains for Animal Welfare
As the Oregon legislature adjourns its 2011 session, The HSUS applauded significant victories, with lawmakers passing animal protection bills on a wide range of issues. Among the most important gains for Oregon animals are new laws to protect pets in domestic violence cases; ban the possession, sale and distribution of shark fins; and improve the process to care for animals who are the victims of criminal abuse and neglect.
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June 28, 2011
Hawaii’s Shark Fin Product Ban Takes Effect July 1
The HSUS, Shark Allies and marine protection advocates are reminding restaurants and retailers across Hawaii that beginning July 1, it is illegal for any person to sell or distribute shark fin soup or other products containing shark fin.
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June 24, 2011
Leonardo DiCaprio and Friends Urge Calif. Senators to Save Sharks
Leonardo DiCaprio and other celebrities asked the Calif. senate to prohibit the sale of shark fins in the state.
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May 31, 2011
Oregon Senate Votes Unanimously to Protect Sharks
The HSUS commends the Oregon State Senate for passing HB 2838, sponsored by Rep. Brad Witt, D-Clatskanie, which prohibits people from possessing, selling, trading or distributing shark fins.
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May 23, 2011
The HSUS and Humane Society International Praise Assembly for Passing California Shark Protection Bill
The Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International applaud the California State Assembly for approving a bill to combat the cruel and wasteful practice of shark finning
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May 19, 2011
The Shark Free Marina Initiative Calls For End of Recreational Killing of Sharks in U.S. Waters
The Shark Free Marina Initiative released statistics showing that recreational fishing of sharks in the U.S. has contributed to the devastating decline in shark populations worldwide.
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May 12, 2011
Governor Signs Washington State Shark Finning Law
The Humane Society of the United States commends Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire for signing a bill which prohibits people from selling, trading or distributing shark fins or derivative products including cartilage supplements.
