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Controversial Oklahoma Bill Would Block Cities From Banning Pet Stores
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Animal welfare advocates are raising concern about a bill at the Oklahoma State Capitol. House Bill 1421 would only allow the state government to make rules about banning pet stores like Petland, not the local government. Learn More
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Commentary: Proposed Pet Sale Ban Would Be Losing Bet For Nevada
From the loyal Lab on morning walks to the tabby purring on a windowsill, pets are part of what make the Silver State shimmer. They enrich our lives in countless ways, offering joy, comfort and stability to Nevada homes. That’s why Assembly Bill 487, an anti-pet bill that proposes a sweeping ban on retail pet Learn More
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Clements: Pet Sale Ban Would Hurt Consumers
Tail-wagging, heartwarming moments with our pets are the building blocks of family memories. But, if state lawmakers pass House Bill 131, introduced May 1, these scenes could become less common in Delaware. Learn More
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Senate Bill 398 Would Cage Ethical Bird-Keeping
The vibrant emerald feathers of a parakeet. The cheerful chatter of lovebirds. These beloved companions could soon vanish from Rhode Island homes if lawmakers pass Senate Bill 398—a well-intentioned but deeply misguided piece of legislation that threatens to unravel decades of progress in ethical avian care. Learn More
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California Lawmakers Propose Banning Sales from Dog Brokers in Crackdown on Puppy Pipeline
SACRAMENTO — California lawmakers announced three bills Tuesday to crack down on the sale of puppies from out-of-state mass breeders, proposing to ban popular pet-selling websites and other middlemen from operating in the state, increase oversight of dog sellers and strengthen consumer protections. Learn More
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Opinion: Proposed Pet Restrictions Would Hurt Connecticut Families And Pets
A bill to ban sales of dogs, cats, and bunnies in Connecticut pet shops is barking up the wrong tree. While well-intentioned, such bans are counterproductive and would harm both families and pets in the state. Retail bans do nothing to address illegal and unethical breeders, but they devastate responsible local businesses. Connecticut has some Learn More