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H.R. 263: Big Cat Public Safety Act was passed Congress on December 6, 2022 — next stop — the President.
If enacted, the amendments to the Lacey Act would revise restrictions on the possession and exhibition of big cats, including to restrict direct contact between the public and big cats.…
Continue Reading How Amendments to the Captive Wildlife Safety Act, if Enacted, Would Impact USDA Licensed ExhibitorsUpdate: Enforcement of the New Jersey Animal Cruelty Statute Following Repeal of Enforcement Authority of the New Jersey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
As you recall, Governor Christie signed amendments to the New Jersey Animal Cruelty Statutes…
Continue Reading Update: Enforcement of the New Jersey Animal Cruelty Statute Following Repeal of Enforcement Authority of the New Jersey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.No, this does not mean what you may think. I believe the best way to…
Continue Reading Stand up for AnimalsNEW VIRGINIA LAW IMPOSES STRICT REQUIREMENTS ON COMMERCIAL BREEDERS OF RESEARCH ANIMALS
By David Galpern, a summer associate at Fox Rothschild LLP, based in the firm’s…
Continue Reading NEW VIRGINIA LAW IMPOSES STRICT REQUIREMENTS ON COMMERCIAL BREEDERS OF RESEARCH ANIMALSThe Latest
New Jersey Supreme Court reaffirms public policy underpinning the NJ rescue doctrine is limited to the protection of human life
Injuries to a woman who heroically jumped in a canal to save a neighbor’s dog were not considered viable as a cause of action under the state’s rescue doctrine. See…
Continue Reading New Jersey Supreme Court reaffirms public policy underpinning the NJ rescue doctrine is limited to the protection of human lifeBy Meghan Currie, a summer associate at Fox Rothschild LLP, based in the firm’s Princeton office
A recent Bill, A2354, introduced in February of this year by New Jersey…
Continue Reading NJ Bill Could Impose Unwarranted Animal ForfeitureComments Due for USDA’s Proposed Regulations Governing Standards for Birds Not Bred for Use in Research Under the Animal Welfare Act
For those who will be regulated by USDA under the Animal Welfare Act for non-exempt facilities with birds not bred for use in research the time is ripe for you…
Continue Reading Comments Due for USDA’s Proposed Regulations Governing Standards for Birds Not Bred for Use in Research Under the Animal Welfare ActConcerns about the potential for antibiotic resistance started when they were first introduced as life-saving tools in human medicine. Despite such concerns, the importance of these tools for public and…
Continue Reading Data Collection of Antimicrobial Use In AnimalsWashington Supreme Court finds that a “person” can be a victim of a crime of domestic violence if their pet is subjected to acts of animal cruelty
A Washington Supreme Court found that a person can be a victim of a crime of domestic violence if their pet is subjected to acts of animal cruelty by a…
Continue Reading Washington Supreme Court finds that a “person” can be a victim of a crime of domestic violence if their pet is subjected to acts of animal crueltyAlert to Poultry Flock Owners: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza on the Move in the US
A variant of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) – one that is not an immediate threat to humans – is on the move in the United States in both wild…
Continue Reading Alert to Poultry Flock Owners: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza on the Move in the USWayne Hsiung, the activist who stole a goat kid named “Freddie,” found guilty of felony theft in North Carolina
According to the owners of Sospiro Goat Ranch, a small family goat farm in North Carolina, as reported on their blog, “the Facts About the Attack On Our Farm…
Continue Reading Wayne Hsiung, the activist who stole a goat kid named “Freddie,” found guilty of felony theft in North CarolinaUSDA-FSIS Extends Comment Period on Labeling Requirements for Meat and Poultry Products Comprised of, or Containing, Cultured Cells Derived from Animals.
Labeling of meat and poultry products has been the subject of numerous lawsuits, in which labels claiming products are, for example, “natural,” “humanely-raised,” “antibiotic-free,” are alleged to be fraudulent, amongst…
Continue Reading USDA-FSIS Extends Comment Period on Labeling Requirements for Meat and Poultry Products Comprised of, or Containing, Cultured Cells Derived from Animals.Concerns about NJ Bill S4058 which amends notification requirements and seizure of companion animals
Recently introduced Senate bill 4058 would reintroduce third parties into the enforcement, seizure and relocation of companion animals based on alleged acts of animal cruelty after the legislature successfully ousted…
Continue Reading Concerns about NJ Bill S4058 which amends notification requirements and seizure of companion animals