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June 14, 2012
New York Legislature Strips Animal Fighters of Cruelty Tools
The HSUS, on behalf of its more than 800,000 supporters in New York, and the New York State Humane Association commend the New York Legislature for passing S.6774a/ A.9552a to strengthen current state laws to combat animal fighting.
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June 13, 2012
Redada a presunta operación de peleas de gallos en California
El Equipo de Rescate de Animales de la HSUS ayudó al Control de Animales del Condado de Tulare con una investigación y redada de una presunta operación de peleas de gallos en Visalia, CA, dando como resultado la detención de dos sospechosos y la incautación de 388 aves.
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June 12, 2012
Suspected Calif. Cockfighters Raided
The HSUS’ Animal Rescue Team assisted the Tulare County Animal Control in a cockfighting investigation and raid in Visalia, Ca., resulting in the arrest of two suspected cockfighters and the seizure of 388 birds.
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May 19, 2012
Suspected North Carolina Cockfighting Operation Raided
The Humane Society of the United States’ Animal Rescue Team assisted the Robeson County Sherriff’s Department in a cockfighting investigation and raid in Robeson County, resulting in more than a dozen arrests of suspected cockfighters and the seizure of more than 10 birds.
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April 19, 2012
Statement on Texas Cockfighting Shooting Deaths
John Goodwin, director of animal cruelty policy for The Humane Society of the United States issued this statement about the three deaths at a South Texas cockfight.
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April 16, 2012
Michael Vick Urges Alabama Legislators to Pass Cockfighting Bill
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick urges Alabama legislators to pass S.B. 175, legislation pending in the Alabama state legislature to increase penalties for cockfighting.
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April 6, 2012
The HSUS Commends Officials for Federal Indictments Targeting Cockfighters in Hawaii
Inga Gibson, Hawaii state director for The HSUS, released the following statement in response to the indictment of five Waianae-based cockfighters, and the seizure of almost half a million dollars, on federal gambling charges.
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March 21, 2012
Ohio Voters Want Stronger Laws on Animal Protection
A new statewide survey of Ohio voters reveals overwhelming support for bills to restrict the private ownership of dangerous exotic pets, regulate large-scale commercial dog breeders and make cockfighting a felony.
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March 14, 2012
Idaho House of Representatives Praised for Passing Felony Animal Cruelty Bill
The HSUS and the ASPCA applaud the Idaho House of Representatives for passing a bill that would strengthen the state’s cockfighting ban and provide for stronger penalties in cases of animal torture.
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February 22, 2012
Religious Leaders Condemn Cockfighting in New HSUS Video
The HSUS's new commercial airing in Alabama draws from longer video featuring religious leaders condemning cockfighting
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January 23, 2012
Christian Leaders Speak Out Against Cockfighting Cruelty
The Palmetto Family Council, based in Columbia, S.C., received praise from The Humane Society of the United States for the release of a strong video criticizing cockfighting.
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January 19, 2012
Indiana Senate Votes to Crack Down on Animal Fighting Spectators
The Humane Society of the United States commends the Indiana Senate for passing S.B. 11, sponsored by Sen. James Arnold – District 8.
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December 29, 2011
Animal Rescue Team Saves the Day, All Year Long
In 2011, The HSUS worked with law enforcement and local agencies to rescue 5,177 animals from neglect and cruelty situations, inhumane puppy mill breeding operations, and animal fighting rings.
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December 6, 2011
U.S. Senate Bill Introduced to Crack Down on Animal Fighting Spectators
The HSUS and Humane Society Legislative Fund applaud four U.S. Senators for today introducing the bipartisan Animal Fighting Spectator Prohibition Act of 2011, which would prohibit knowing attendance at organized animal fights and impose additional penalties for causing a minor to attend such events.
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November 20, 2011
The HSUS Assists Monroe Police Department in Raid of Alleged Cockfighting Operation
The Humane Society of the United States assisted in the raid of an alleged cockfighting operation in Gold Bar, Wash., by the Monroe Police Department.
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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 4, 2011
Video: Guns, Drugs, Cash, and Cockfighting Equipment
Authorities seized 71 roosters from suspected cockfighters at a remote New York property, along with weapons and drugs. See the video.
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September 30, 2011
Slideshow: Alleged Cockfighters Busted at Muddy, Bloody N.Y. Site
Animal fighting experts from The HSUS's Animal Rescue Team deployed to help the New York State Police raid an alleged cockfighting operation at a remote rural property.
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September 13, 2011
Tougher Animal Fighting Law Takes Effect as The HSUS Conducts Training at N.Y. State Sheriffs’ Association Conference
In New York, anyone who knowingly attends a dogfight or cockfight will now be charged with a misdemeanor crime punishable by up to three months in prison and a $500 fine. A second offense will carry up to a year in prison and a $1,000 fine.
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September 7, 2011
The HSUS and Michigan Humane Society Applaud Michigan Senate for Unanimous Passage of Three Strong Animal Fighting Laws
The Humane Society of the United States and the Michigan Humane Society praised the Michigan Senate for unanimously passing a package of bills that provide a range of solutions for communities plagued by illegal animal fighting.
