Bill Introduced in California to Reform Companion Animal Blood Industry
SB 1115 would allow pets to donate blood for veterinary use, and phase out colony blood banks, which keep animals in cages.
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Social Compassion in Legislation
Social Compassion In Legislation (SCIL) has been a vanguard voice sponsoring landmark legislation since our founding in 2007. Whether local, state, or federal our mission is saving and protecting animals. Thanks to SCIL, the animals have a strong voice in the halls of the Capitol. SCIL's vision is to instill greater compassion into society for the welfare of all animals. Click to see author's profile.
A Huge Week for Animals in California: Five Bills Advance
California has shown national leadership by taking on innovative solutions to protect animals. Among the five bills advanced last week were a ban on wild animals in circuses, a ban on trapping fur-bearing animals, and a bill that mandates microchipping animals in shelters.
Bill Seeks to Ban All Fur Trapping in California
Assembly Bill 273 would end the cruel, taxpayer subsidized commercial fur trapping trade across the state.
California Kicks Puppy Mills Out of Pet Shops
California is the first state in the country to enact a policy of this kind, which bans the sale of mill-bred dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet stores.