Legislative Alerts

On Tuesday, January 30, a bill that would protect owners and pets during extreme weather situations is scheduled for a critical hearing in the Senate State Government and Elections Committee. The bill passed the House of Representatives in 2023 and now needs to pass the state Senate. Your support is needed! Washington state residents are […]

On Wednesday, January 31, 2024, the New Hampshire (NH) House Environment and Agriculture Committee is convening a work session for HB 1680, which seeks to restrict newly-defined “retail pet stores” to include anyone with a physical facility who transfers more than 30 dogs per year at retail. Serious issues with the bill were detailed in […]

On Monday, January 22, the Roseburg City Council approved multiple changes to the animal control laws – including a new limit law. You can read the adopted ordinances in detail here, but below are a few of the changes to local law: Each city residence will be allowed to have no more than four dogs […]

UPDATE #2 - 2/7/2024: Florida Senate Bill 660 is on the agenda of the Senate Committee on Rules for February 8, 2024. Florida residents are urged to contact committee members to express their concerns with this bill. UPDATE:  Florida Senate Bill 660, which seeks to exempt from public records requirements the identifying information about persons who […]

Today, the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) published a notice seeking to reinstate a previously approved information collection request under its enforcement of the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA).  Interested parties are invited to provide comment to DOT through Monday, March 25, 2024. BACKGROUND Since 2005, federal regulations have required air carriers to file […]

Today, the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) published a notice seeking to reinstate a previously approved information collection request under its enforcement of the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA).  Interested parties are invited to provide comment to DOT through Monday, March 25, 2024. BACKGROUND Since 2005, federal regulations have required air carriers to file […]

New York Assembly Bill 6244 and Senate Bill 4993 will allow responsible dog owners more opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities and socialization with their well-behaved pets, while still protecting and respecting the ability of all New Yorkers to enjoy state parks.  New York residents are encouraged to use the information below to contact your state […]

The Missouri Agriculture Policy Committee is considering a bill on Thursday, January 25, that would make several changes to protect dogs and the rights of dog owners when animals are seized on suspicion of neglect or abuse.  The purpose of the bill is to protect the rights of the accused and ensure they are treated […]

Update: On 1/25/24, SB 1238 was passed with amendments, and referred to the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee for further consideration. The American Kennel Club (AKC) encourages New Jersey residents to join in expressing support of Senate Bill 1238, which seeks to require employers that serve customers in public facilities to provide training to employees […]

Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 23 at 11:00a.m., the Delaware House Natural Resources and Energy Committee will hold a hearing on a bill that would remove an existing prohibition on the hunting of Gamebirds on Sundays in Delaware. AKC is not taking an official position on this bill.  Those who wish may comment on House Bill 271 […]