Sharks have roamed the oceans for millions of years. Today, one-fifth of nearly 550 species are threatened with extinction, a matter made worse by the cruel practices of shark tournaments and shark-finning to make soup. Help us help sharks.
Illinois Bans the Shark Fin Trade
Illinois become the 5th state, joining Calif., Hawaii, Ore., and Wash.in passing laws to ban the possession, sale, trade, and distribution of shark fins – providing critical protection to sharks and preserving the health of the world's oceans.
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News
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May 21, 2013
Animal Advocates Encouraged by Progress for Shark Fin Ban in Texas Legislature, Vow Future Efforts after Bill Dies in Senate
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May 6, 2013
New York Legislature Unanimously Passes Bill to End Largest Shark Fin Trade on the Atlantic
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May 5, 2013
Texas House of Representatives Passes Bill to Ban Trade in Shark Fins
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May 2, 2013
Maryland Becomes First State on East Coast to Ban Shark Fin Trade
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May 1, 2013
Losing The Taste for Shark Fins
