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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 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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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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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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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 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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May 17, 2010
The HSUS Praises Minn. Lawmakers for Combating Animal Fighting, Protecting Pets and American Horses
The HSUS applauds Minnesota for enacting bills to protect animals in domestic disputes and to criminalize drugs and implements used in animal fighting.
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April 14, 2010
The HSUS Praises Neb. Governor for Signing Law Banning Animal Fighting Paraphernalia
The HSUS commends Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman for signing a law that prohibits the possession of animal fighting paraphernalia.
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March 24, 2010
New Yorkers Head to Albany to Support Animal Protection Bills
Citizens from across New York are meeting with their lawmakers for Humane Lobby Day. The event is organized by The HSUS and sponsored by the Humane Society of New York, New York State Humane Association and Farm Sanctuary.
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February 23, 2010
Indiana Advocates Lobby for Stronger Animal Protection Laws
Citizens from across Indiana participating in Humane Lobby Day 2010 gathered to support animal protection legislation.
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February 12, 2010
Humane Lobby Day for the Animals at Hawaii’s State Capitol
Animal advocates from across Hawaii rallied at the state capitol in Honolulu to urge their legislators to enact stronger animal protection laws.
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February 2, 2010
Indiana House Cracks Down on Animal Cruelty
The HSUS praised the Indiana House of Representatives for passing a bill to strengthen the state’s animal cruelty laws.
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December 16, 2009
The HSUS Recognizes Top 12 State Legislative Achievements in Animal Protection
The HSUS celebrates the top 12 state legislative achievements in animal protection in 2009.
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September 28, 2009
Honoring Heroes for Animals
The annual Humane Law Enforcement Awards honored heroes for the animals.
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July 14, 2009
The HSUS Launches National Animal Fighting Tip Line
Following the nation's largest dogfighting raid, The HSUS has launched a national animal fighting tip line.
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May 15, 2009
Illinois General Assembly Cracks Down on Animal Fighting
The HSUS commends the Illinois General Assembly for passing H.B. 69, a bill to crack down on animal fighting spectators.
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April 6, 2009
The HSUS Applauds Palmetto Family Council for Outreach on Animal Protection Issues
The HSUS commends Palmetto Family Council of South Carolina for its new publication, Dominion and Stewardship: A Biblical View of Animals.
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January 6, 2009
Massachusetts Increases Animal Fighting Penalties
Massachusetts lawmakers have enacted a new measure that will help law enforcement crack down on dogfighting and cockfighting.
