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Legislative Alerts
Update: Senate Approves Nomination of Sunstein for Regulatory Czar
As expected, the U.S. Senate last night approved, 63-35, the nomination of Cass Sunstein to be Director of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) at the U.S. Office of Management and Budget. The role, also known as the "Regulatory Czar" is responsible for overseeing regulatory policy throughout the government. The nomination was approved […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/update-senate-approves-nomination-of-sunstein-for-regulatory-czar/
| September 10, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Strict Ohio Breeder Bill to be Heard on Wednesday, June 24
Ohio House Bill 124 will be considered by the Ohio House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee on Wednesday, June 24. HB 124 seeks to strictly regulate commercial breeders who produce nine litters of puppies or at least forty puppies in any given calendar year, including. Imposing strict engineering standards (including cage sizes, temperature range, etc.) […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/strict-ohio-breeder-bill-to-be-heard-on-wednesday-june-24/
| June 23, 2009
Legislative Alerts
Tennessee Legislative Recap
The American Kennel Club congratulates the many responsible dog breeders and owners in Tennessee who successfully endured a difficult 2009 legislative session. In particular, House Bill 386 and its companion, Senate Bill 258, were especially threatening. If enacted as introduced, these bills would have: Limited the number of dogs an individual could own; Implemented […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/tennessee-legislative-recap/
| July 2, 2009
Legislative Alerts
NC ALERT: Action Needed Now to Stop SB 460!
Senate Bill 460, a bill which regulates breeders and infringes on the rights of responsible dog owners, is expected to be heard in the Senate Finance Committee as early as next week. Many committee members have indicated that they have received few or no calls and letters in opposition to this bill. It is essential […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/nc-alert-action-needed-now-to-stop-sb-460/
| June 9, 2009
Legislative Alerts
AKC Goes Neutral on Tennessee HB 386, Remains Opposed to SB 258
The American Kennel Club has been closely monitoring two bills introduced in Tennessee regarding commercial breeding. Due to recent actions by the Tennessee House of Representatives, the AKC has decided to take a neutral position on House Bill 386 in its current form. AKC remains strongly opposed, however, to Senate Bill 258. As amended by […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/akc-goes-neutral-on-tennessee-hb-386-remains-opposed-to-sb-258/
| May 15, 2009
Legislative Alerts
CA SB 250 to Senate Floor – Opposition Calls Needed Today!!!
California Senate Bill 250 has been amended to allow local governments to utilize existing procedures to issue intact dog licenses or to charge a fee to offset their costs. These amendments are an attempt to prevent the state from having to reimburse local governments for costs associated with enforcement of SB 250. The amendments also […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ca-sb-250-to-senate-floor-opposition-calls-needed-today/
| June 1, 2009
Legislative Alerts
NY SB 4961 Seeks to Classify More as Pet Dealers – Action Needed Now!!!
New York Senate Bill 4961 seeks to classify more New Yorkers as "pet dealers" and to strictly regulate their operations. The bill will be considered by the Senate Agriculture Committee tomorrow, Tuesday, June 2. The American Kennel Club encourages all concerned responsible dog breeders and owners in the Empire State to contact the Senate Agriculture […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/ny-sb-4961-seeks-to-classify-more-as-pet-dealers-action-needed-now/
| June 1, 2009
Legislative Alerts
New Strict Breeders Bills Introduced In New York State Senate
Two new bills in the New York State Senate would severely limit the operations of responsible dog breeders in the Empire State. The American Kennel Club opposes these bills, and strongly encourages all concerned responsible dog breeders and owners in New York to contact the members of the Senate Agriculture Committee, which currently has cognizance […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/new-strict-breeders-bills-introduced-in-new-york-state-senate/
| May 1, 2009
Legislative Alerts
NC ALERT: Senate Bill 460 Passes First Committee
Senate Bill 460, a bill which regulates breeders and infringes on the rights of responsible dog owners, passed the North Carolina Senate Commerce Committee today. The bill now goes to the Senate Finance Committee. The Finance hearing could be scheduled for as early as next Tuesday. It is essential that responsible dog owners and breeders […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/nc-alert-senate-bill-460-passes-first-committee/
| April 30, 2009
Legislative Alerts
New York City Housing Authority to Ban Breeds and Dogs Over 25 lbs!!!
Beginning Friday, May 1, any dog weighing over 25 pounds, including Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers and "pit bulls", among many others, will be prohibited in housing controlled by the New York City Housing Authority. The American Kennel Club has sent a letter to the Housing Authority, Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and the New York City Council opposing […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/new-york-city-housing-authority-to-ban-breeds-and-dogs-over-25-lbs/
| April 30, 2009