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U.S. Senate Passes Resolution in Honor of AKC’s 125 Years of Good Works for All Dogs
Senate Resolution 393 Joins Earlier House of Representatives Resolution 160 The American Kennel Club® (AKC), the nation’s largest and only not-for-profit all-breed dog registry, is pleased to announce that in honor of its 125th anniversary, the United States Senate passed S. Res. 393 yesterday in recognition of AKC’s many years of contributions to responsible dog […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/us-senate-passes-resolution-in-honor-of-akcs-125-years-of-good-works-f/
| February 24, 2010
Legislative Alerts
Las Vegas Mandatory Spay/Neuter Ordinance Returned to City Council for Vote
The committee reviewing the proposed mandatory spay/neuter ordinance chose to send it back to the full city council without a recommendation. The measure will be heard at the November 18th city council meeting. Concerned fanciers and responsible dog owners and breeders need to attend this meeting to ensure that your voices are heard! Las […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/las-vegas-mandatory-spay-neuter-ordinance-returned-to-city-council-for/
| November 9, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Las Vegas to Consider Mandatory Spay/Neuter Ordinance
The committee designated by the Las Vegas City Council to review a proposed mandatory spay/neuter ordinance will hold its first meeting on November 3rd. It is vital that concerned fanciers and responsible dog owners and breeders become involved with these proceedings. The proposed ordinance is burdensome, overly restrictive and will significantly increase burdens on responsible […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/las-vegas-to-consider-mandatory-spay-neuter-ordinance/
| October 26, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Memphis City Council to Require all Pit bulls be Sterilized
At their January 26th meeting the Memphis City Council will consider an ordinance to require that all "pit bulls" over 8 weeks of age be sterilized unless the owner qualifies for a medical exemption, operates a commercial kennel or the dog is recognized as a show dog. "Pit bulls" are defined as American Pit Bull […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/memphis-city-council-to-require-all-pit-bulls-be-sterilized/
| January 19, 2010
Legislative Alerts
Update: Los Angeles County Rejects Proposed Zoning Changes Impacting Kennels
The Los Angeles County Regional Planning Board unanimously rejected proposed zoning changes affecting dog kennels. AKC congratulates the kennel operators and responsible owners and breeders who worked hard to educate the board members about these important issues. Los Angeles County Zoning Changes to Hurt Kennels and Breeders [Thursday, October 22, 2009] The Los Angeles […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-los-angeles-county-rejects-proposed-zoning-changes-impacting-ke/
| October 30, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Update: Wisconsin Breeder Bills Advance
The Wisconsin State Assembly unanimously passed Assembly Bill 250 on Tuesday, October 27. Senate Bill 208 has been referred to the Joint Committee on Finance. Scroll down for more information on these bills. The American Kennel Club will continue to monitor this legislation and provide updates as they become available. The Wisconsin Legislature is scheduled […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-wisconsin-breeder-bills-advance/
| October 29, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Wisconsin Breeders Bills to be Heard Sept. 23
Two committees of the Wisconsin legislature will consider separate breeders bills in a joint meeting on Wednesday, September 23, at 10:00 AM. The Assembly Committee on Consumer Protection and the Senate Committee on Small Business, Emergency Preparedness, Technical Colleges, and Consumer Protection will consider Assembly Bill 250 and Senate Bill 208. The American Kennel Club […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/wisconsin-breeders-bills-to-be-heard-sept-23/
| September 21, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Mandtory Spay/Neuter Enacted in Claremore, OK
The City of Claremore, Oklahoma, has recently enacted a mandatory spay/neuter ordinance for all dogs and cats owned by city residents. The ordinance does not apply to anyone not residing within Claremore city limits or to any non-residents participating in dog events in the city. The new law requires all dog and cat owners to […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/mandtory-spay-neuter-enacted-in-claremore-ok/
| September 22, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Strict Ohio Breeder Bill to be Heard on Tuesday, October 6
The Ohio Senate State & Local Government and Veterans Affairs Committee will allow supporters of Senate Bill 95 to testify in a hearing on October 6. Opponents of the measure will be given an opportunity to speak at a later hearing. All concerned dog owners and breeders in Ohio are encouraged to contact the committee, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/strict-ohio-breeder-bill-to-be-heard-on-tuesday-october-6/
| October 6, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Strict Ohio Breeder Bill to be Heard on Wednesday, September 30
A substitute version of Ohio House Bill 124 will be heard by the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee on Wednesday, September 30. The AKC is concerned with many provisions within the substitute version of House Bill 124, including, but not limited to: Broad definition of "Regulated Dog Intermediary". Anyone who sells, exchanges, donates, or […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/strict-ohio-breeder-bill-to-be-heard-on-wednesday-september-30/
| September 28, 2009