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September 2, 2011
Reward Offered in Targhee National Forest Cattle Shooting Case
The HSUS is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for shooting eight cattle at Targhee National Forest in Idaho.
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August 10, 2011
The HSUS Adds to Reward in Rogers County, Okla., Cow Shootings
The HSUS is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for shooting cows with arrows in Rogers County, Okla.
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July 14, 2011
HSVMA Condemns Continuation of Live Birth Exhibit at California State Fair
The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association denounces the California State Fair for including the controversial live birth exhibit in the 2011 event which opens today in Sacramento.
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June 30, 2011
“Ag Gag” Bills Die in Iowa, Minnesota, Florida
Iowa is the latest state whose "ag gag" bill died with the legislative session. Minnesota and Florida also proposed failed "ag gag" bills in attempts to squelch whistleblowing.
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June 24, 2011
The HSUS Awards Scholarship to Hampton High School Senior
The HSUS is proud to announce that Brianna Brand of Winnacunnet High School in Hampton, New Hampshire is a recipient of its 46th annual Shaw-Worth Memorial Scholarship.
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June 20, 2011
Reward Offered in Florida Cow Strangulation Case
The HSUS is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information in the case of the killing a cow in Enon, Fla. on May 29.
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May 31, 2011
Eating for a Better World: Factory Farm Survivors Reveal the Faces Behind Our Food
Factory Farm Survivors Reveal the Faces Behind Our Food
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May 31, 2011
5 More Reasons to Choose Meat-Free Meals
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April 20, 2011
A Milestone for Ohio Farm Animals: Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board Finalizes Welfare Standards
The Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board took the final step to advance significant welfare reforms for farm animals.
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April 14, 2011
Farm Animal News to Note
If you missed these recent articles on farm animal issues, you should check them out.
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April 14, 2011
Animal Advocates Lobby Vermont Lawmakers for Animal Welfare Legislation
Citizens from across Vermont participating in Humane Lobby Day 2011 will meet with lawmakers today at the State House and urge them to pass animal protection measures before the Legislature this session.
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April 5, 2011
Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board Votes to Phase Out Veal Crates
The Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board reversed a vote taken on March 1 that sanctioned confinement of veal calves in crates so small they’re unable to turn around for more than half of their lives before slaughter.
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March 29, 2011
The HSUS Applauds the U.S. Department of Agriculture for Launching New Database on Animal Welfare Enforcement
The HSUS applauds the USDA for launching a new database to increase public access to information regarding research facilities and other entities regulated under the Animal Welfare Act.
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March 21, 2011
Christianity Today Honored at Genesis Awards' 25th Anniversary
The HSUS proudly announces that Christianity Today is the winner of the first Genesis Outstanding Written Word Award dedicated to journalistic excellence on animal protection issues in faith-based publications. The award was given during the 25th Anniversary Genesis Awards weekend celebration.
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March 21, 2011
California State Sen. Loni Hancock Receives 2010 Humane State Legislator Award
The HSUS is pleased to announce that California state Sen. Loni Hancock, D-Oakland, has been selected as California’s Humane State Legislator for 2010.
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March 7, 2011
The Debate On Your Plate!: Science Fair Project Finds Antibiotics in Meat
North Carolina sixth-grader Chad Campbell won first prize at his regional science fair for his project that found antibiotics in meat.
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March 3, 2011
Faces of Climate Change: Cause and Effect
What you can do to fight global warming and help wildlife
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March 3, 2011
A Conversation with Wayne: HSUS President Discusses His New Book, "The Bond"
Wayne Pacelle discusses our kinship with animals in his new book, "The Bond."
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March 2, 2011
Statement by Wayne Pacelle on Ohio Livestock Standards Care Board Vote to Allow Veal Confinement
Yesterday, the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board voted to permit the confinement of veal calves in crates so small they’re unable to turn around for more than half of their lives before slaughter, jeopardizing a carefully crafted animal welfare agreement reached last June between The Humane Society of the United States and eight leading agricultural trade organizations, including the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation.
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March 1, 2011
New Poll Shows Nebraska Voters Want All Sides Participating in Animal Welfare Debate
A survey shows that Nebraska voters think that the relationship between Gov. Dave Heineman and The HSUS shouldn’t be antagonistic and that all sides should be allowed to particpate in the animal welfare debate.
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February 22, 2011
Coloradans Gather at Capitol to Lobby for Animal Welfare Legislation
Animal advocates from across Colorado will rally at the state capitol in Denver today and urge their legislators to adopt stronger measures to protect animals. The HSUS and the ASPCA® are co-hosting Colorado Humane Lobby Day.
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February 7, 2011
USDA Proposes New Protections for Downer Veal Calves
In response to a legal petition filed by The HSUS, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has tentatively approved new rules to protect downed veal calves – those unable even to stand – from slaughter abuse.
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February 4, 2011
The HSUS Urges Virginia Senate Not to Gut Animal Cruelty Law
The HSUS is calling on the Virginia state Senate to reject pending legislation that would be harmful to the Commonwealth’s animals.
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January 25, 2011
The HSUS Praises Massachusetts Legislators for Introducing Bill that Takes Aim at Factory Farming Abuse
The HSUS praises Massachusetts state legislators for introducing a bill that would prevent some of the most cruel and inhumane confinement of farm animals in their state.
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January 21, 2011
Factory Farming Is No Joke for Hal Sparks
Comedian and animal advocate Hal Sparks talks about his passionate, life-long commitment to animal protection.
