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September 26, 2011
General Mills Applauded for Animal Welfare Progress
The HSUS praises General Mills at its annual shareholder meeting for its forward-thinking animal welfare policy.
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September 6, 2011
Global Pandemic the Subject of New Thriller "Contagion"
In the film “Contagion,” opening in theaters September 9, a global pandemic is born when humans come into contact with an infected, slaughtered pig. Michael Greger, M.D., HSUS director of public health and animal agriculture, says there’s as much potential fact as fiction in the scenario, but his focus is on how, and where, such a virus is likely to be born.
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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 23, 2011
Washington Teen Is Top Signature Gatherer for Yes! on 1130 Initiative
High school student and animal advocate Kitty Jones has collected nearly 8,000 signatures in support of I-1130, the Washington ballot measure to prevent the confinement of hens in cages so small they can’t even turn around or spread their wings.
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June 13, 2011
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Rules in The HSUS’ Favor and Against Bob Evans in Dispute over Animal Cruelty Proposal
The SEC issued a ruling against Bob Evans requiring the company to allow its shareholders to vote on a proposal submitted by The HSUS.
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June 9, 2011
The HSUS Recognized with 2011 Telly Award for Outstanding Smithfield Exposé
The HSUS is proud to receive a 2011 Silver Telly Award for the video “Undercover at Smithfield.”
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May 25, 2011
Federal Jury Declares Calif. Egg Farm a Nuisance, Awards Damages
A federal jury in California has ruled in favor of a group of Central Valley residents after a weeklong trial in a case concerning noxious emissions from Olivera Egg Ranch.
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May 23, 2011
The Humane Society of the United States Applauds Kraft’s Animal Welfare Progress at Company’s Annual Meeting
The Humane Society of the United States will applaud the Kraft for switching to cage-free eggs at the company's annual meeting.
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May 20, 2011
Washington and Oregon's Ballot Box Efforts for Animals
In Wash. and Ore., two coalitions are working to place measures on each state’s ballot to prevent animal cruelty, preserve the environment, and protect consumers and small farmers.
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May 2, 2011
The Humane Society of the United States Applauds Einstein Noah’s Animal Welfare Progress at Company’s Annual Meeting
At the annual shareholder meeting for Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, The Humane Society of the United States will applaud the company for its forward-thinking animal welfare policy.
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