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Legislative Alerts
Guilford County to Vote on Mandatory Spay/Neuter on Thursday- Call Now!
The Guilford County (NC) Commission is holding a second hearing on Thursday, October 5, on a proposal that would require the sterilization of all dogs over 6 months old in the county unless you pay a $200 permit for every intact dog you own, with very few vague exemptions that will not protect responsible dog […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/guilford-county-to-vote-on-mandatory-spay-neuter-on-thursday-call-now/
| October 3, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Reminder: USDA-APHIS Seeks Public Input on Potential Changes to AWA Licensing Requirements
In August, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) issued a public request for comment on potential changes to the Animal Welfare Act's (AWA) licensing requirements.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/reminder-usda-aphis-seeks-public-input-on-potential-changes-to-awa-licensing-requirements/
| September 22, 2017
Legislative Alerts
REMINDER: Guilford County, NC, to Consider Mandatory Spay/Neuter Proposal Tonight
The Guilford County (NC) Commission is holding a public hearing this afternoon, Thursday, September 21, at 5PM, on a proposal that would require cat and dog owners to spay/neuter their dogs by the age of 6 months or pay a $200 fee for an intact animal permit.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/reminder-guilford-county-nc-to-consider-mandatory-spay-neuter-proposal-tonight/
| September 21, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Support Illinois Resolution Endorsing AKC’s Canine Good Citizen Program
Illinois House Resolution 602, sponsored by Representative Sara Wojcicki Jimenez, endorses the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen Program and supports its efforts to promote responsible dog ownership.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/support-illinois-resolution-endorsing-akcs-canine-good-citizen-program-2/
| September 18, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Ask Guilford County, NC to Not Proceed with Mandatory Spay/Neuter Proposal on September 21
The Guilford County (NC) Commission is holding a public hearing on Thursday, September 21, on a proposal that would require cat and dog owners to spay/neuter their dogs by the age of 6 months or pay a $200 fee for an intact animal permit. The proposal offer a few exceptions, however AKC believes that the […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ask-guilford-county-nc-to-not-proceed-with-mandatory-spay-neuter-proposal-on-september-21/
| September 15, 2017
Legislative Alerts
CA AB 485 Passed Senate, Soon Headed to Gov. Brown for Signature or Veto
AB 485 will be sent to Governor Jerry Brown for his signature or veto upon the Assembly's agreement to include the Senate's amendments in the proposal. It is important that all concerned California residents contact Gov. Brown and urge him to veto AB 485.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ca-ab-485-passed-senate-soon-headed-to-gov-brown-for-signature-or-veto/
| September 14, 2017
Legislative Alerts
More Massachusetts Dogs Bills Scheduled for Consideration on Tuesday, September 12
In addition to bills to be considered by the Joint Judiciary Committee, the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources, and Agriculture is also scheduled to consider several dog-related bills on Tuesday, September 12.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/more-massachusetts-dogs-bills-scheduled-for-consideration-on-tuesday-september-12/
| September 7, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Massachusetts Legislative Committee to Consider Dog-Related Bills on Tuesday, September 12
The Joint Judiciary Committee of the Massachusetts General Court is scheduled to consider four dog-related bills at its upcoming hearing on Tuesday, September 12, 2017.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/massachusetts-legislative-committee-to-consider-dog-related-bills-on-tuesday-september-12/
| September 6, 2017
Legislative Alerts
Illinois Update: HB 2810 Still Pending ‘ Urge Governor to Veto
Due to a number of changes on the Governor's staff, House Bill 2810 is still sitting idle. This bill would increase the instances where an animal is seized on suspicion of cruelty and may result in more Illinois dog owners losing their pets even if they are ultimately found not guilty.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/illinois-update-hb-2810-still-pending-urge-governor-to-veto/
| August 25, 2017
Legislative Alerts
California Pet Store Bill on Senate Calendar for Monday, August 28
AKC Government Relations just learned that California Assembly Bill 485 is scheduled for consideration and possible vote by the California Senate on Monday, August 28. Because this may be the last chance to express opposition to the bill, it is imperative that concerned Californians contact their state senators and express opposition to the proposal now.
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/california-pet-store-bill-on-senate-calendar-for-monday-august-28/
| August 25, 2017