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September 1, 2011
Tough New Texas Cockfighting Law Now In Effect
In Texas, it is now illegal for individuals to attend cockfights, possess birds with the intent to fight, and sell and possess the razor sharp weapons that are designed to increase the bloodletting in cockfights.
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August 8, 2011
The HSUS Asks Federal Appeals Court To Uphold Federal Animal Fighting Law
A brief from The HSUS demonstrates that the people, birds and equipment involved in cockfighting routinely cross state lines and cockfighting has a substantial impact on interstate commerce.
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July 26, 2011
The HSUS Praises Calif. Gov. Jerry Brown for Signing Bills to Protect Animals
The HSUS praises Gov. Jerry Brown for signing two significant animal protection reforms into law today. The new laws will upgrade California’s weak animal fighting laws, prohibit roadside sales of animals and increase criminal penalties for animal neglect.
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July 19, 2011
Michael Vick and The HSUS Call on Feds to Crack Down on Animal Fighting Spectators
Michael Vick joins The Humane Society of the United States in support of federal legislation to crack down on animal fighting spectators
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July 12, 2011
Bipartisan Legislation Introduced in Congress to Crack Down on Animal Fighting Spectators
The HSUS and Humane Society Legislative Fund applaud U.S. Reps. Tom Marino, R-Pa., and Betty Sutton, D-Ohio, for introducing bipartisan federal legislation, H.R. 2492, that would prohibit knowing attendance at organized animal fights and impose additional penalties for causing a minor to attend such events.
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June 21, 2011
The HSUS Praises New York Legislature for Cracking Down on Dogfighting and Cockfighting
The HSUS commends the New York Legislature for passing a bill to strengthen the current state laws against animal fighting.
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June 17, 2011
The HSUS Applauds New Texas Laws on Cockfighting, Puppy Mills, Animal Cruelty
The HSUS applauds Texas lawmakers and Gov. Rick Perry for enacting several important measures to strengthen Texas’s protections for animals.
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June 1, 2011
The HSUS Praises New York Senate for Cracking Down on Dogfighting and Cockfighting
The HSUS commends the New York state Senate for passing S. 3237, a bill that will close loopholes in the current animal fighting law.
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May 25, 2011
Suspected Cockfighting Operation with International Ties Raided in Butte County, Calif.
The HSUS assists Butte County (Calif.) Sheriff’s Office in cockfighting investigation and raid.
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May 19, 2011
California Senate Passes Bill to Strengthen Cockfighting Laws
The Humane Society of the United States commends the California Senate for passing SB 425, authored by Sen. Ronald Calderon, D – Montebello, to upgrade California’s weak anti-cockfighting laws.
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May 12, 2011
Texas House Votes to Close Loopholes in Cockfighting Law
The Humane Society of the United States commends the Texas House of Representatives for passing HB 1043, legislation that will close major loopholes in the state’s cockfighting law.
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May 10, 2011
Animal Advocates Lobby Ohio Lawmakers for Humane Legislation
Citizens from across Ohio participating in Humane Lobby Day 2011 will meet with lawmakers to urge them to pass legislation ranging from cracking down on puppy mills and illegal cockfighting, to increasing the penalties for animal abuse and including animals in domestic violence and restraining orders.
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April 12, 2011
Animal Advocates Lobby North Carolina Lawmakers to Protect Animals at Humane Lobby Day 2011
Citizens from across North Carolina will meet with lawmakers in Raleigh Tuesday for Humane Lobby Day 2011, where they will urge them to support House Bill 395, which would strengthen the state’s cockfighting penalties. The HSUS is sponsoring Humane Lobby Day along with North Carolina Voters for Animal Welfare and the ASPCA© (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals©).
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April 6, 2011
Animal Advocates Lobby Florida Lawmakers for Humane Legislation
The HSUS, ASPCA and GREY2K USA address spay/neuter programs, greyhound racing and animal fighting at Florida's 2011 Humane Lobby Day.
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April 1, 2011
The HSUS Helps Raid Suspected Animal Fighting Operation in Florida
A raid on an alleged animal fighter in Florida saved many dogs and roosters.
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February 19, 2011
Tyler, Texas Cockfighting Raid Highlights Need for Stronger Penalties
The HSUS supplied key information that led to the Friday night raid of a suspected cockfighting operation in Tyler, Texas. Experts from The HSUS also provided evidence identification and documentation on the scene.
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February 17, 2011
The HSUS Praises Utica, N.Y. Mayor for Support on Closing Loopholes in State Animal Fighting Law
The HSUS commends Utica, N.Y., Mayor David Roefaro for his support of Assembly Bill A.4407 and its Senate companion S.3237 which would close loopholes in the state’s animal fighting laws – some of the weakest in the nation.
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February 16, 2011
The Humane Society of the United States Calls on California to Strengthen Animal Fighting Laws
The HSUS praises the introduction in the California State Legislature of Senate Bills 425 and 426 by Sen. Ron Calderon aimed at cracking down on illegal animal fighting.
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February 15, 2011
Animal Advocates Lobby Indiana Lawmakers for Animal Welfare Legislation
Animal advocates from across Indiana rallied at the state capitol in Indianapolis to urge their legislators to enact stronger animal protection laws as part of The HSUS' Humane Lobby Day 2011. Citizen advocates urged legislators to strengthen laws to crack down on animal fighting and prohibit coyote and fox penning, and to oppose captive trophy hunts.
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February 15, 2011
Texas Cockfighting Investigation Proves Need for Stronger Laws
An undercover HSUS investigation turned up rampant cockfighting in Texas, demonstrating the need for tougher legislation in that state.
