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Clubs & Delegates
State Issues March 2017
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2017 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama — Senate Bill 17 /House Bill 45 would create the “Alabama Dog and Cat Breeders Commission” with authority to license, regulate, and inspect dog and […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-march-2017/state-issues-march-2017/
| June 14, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New from Government Relations – March 2017
Legislative sessions are in full swing across the country, with 46 state legislatures currently in session and more than 1,700 dog-related proposals already being tracked by AKC GR. With so many dog issues currently in front of legislators, now is a good time to reach out to your local representatives to share the many ways […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-march-2017/whats-new-government-relations-march-2017/
| June 14, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
Government Relations Out and About – March 2018
The AKC Government Relations department had a busy month meeting with clubs, legislators, associations, and breeders across the country! Jennifer Clark, Director of Legislative Outreach, traveled to Lebanon, Missouri, to speak at the Missouri Pet Breeders Association conference, attended by hundreds of breeders from Missouri and throughout the Midwest. She spoke on legislative issues impacting […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-march-2018/government-relations-march-2018/
| March 30, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues March 2018
State Issues: News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2018 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama – SB 232, among numerous other provisions, establishes procedures by which a dog can […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-march-2018/state-issues-march-2018/
| March 30, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New From GR – March 2018
March came in like a lion and continues to roar for the American Kennel Club’s Government Relations department. The GR department is currently tracking over 1,860 pieces of legislation to ensure that your rights as a dog owner, breeder, and fancier are not infringed upon. As always, if you are aware of a new local […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-march-2018/whats-new-gr-march-2018/
| March 30, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues April 2018
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2018 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. California – Assembly Bill 1762 would allow visitors to all California state parks to bring animals when they visit the parks. Animals […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-april-2018/state-issues-april-2018/
| April 27, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues May 2018
News from the State Capitols Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2018 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. California – Assembly Bill 1762 would allow visitors to all California state parks to bring animals when […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-may-2018/state-issues-may-2018/
| May 29, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
What’s New from GR – April 2017
Spring is an incredibly busy season for those involved with canine legislation. The majority of state legislatures are still in session, providing a great opportunity to communicate with your local lawmakers with the positive message of the many ways breeders and clubs benefit dogs and local communities. On May 1, we celebrate National Purebred Dog Day, […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-april-2017/whats-new-gr-april-2017/
| June 14, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
Local Issues May 2017
The AKC Government Relations Department is pleased to assist dog owners with canine legislation issues in their local communities, but we can't help unless we are aware of the proposal. Please contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org when new laws are discussed or introduced in your city or county. We will provide you with resources and […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-may-2017/local-issues-may-2017/
| June 14, 2018
Clubs & Delegates
State Issues May 2017
Here are some highlights of state-level issues AKC GR is currently tracking. Visit the 2017 Legislation Tracking page and click on your state to get the latest updates on state bills monitored by the AKC. Alabama — House Bill 91 would create a civil cause of action of wrongful injury or death of a companion or service animal when a […]
https://www.akc.org/clubs-delegates/government-relations/newsletters/taking-command/taking-command-may-2017/state-issues-may-2017/
| June 14, 2018