Issues and legislation

There are thousands of animals whose lives are improved because of the work we do, but we know there are thousands more that could be impacted with more clearly defined and strengthened animal welfare statutes. Those statutes provide a way for us to watch out for the welfare of animals, but many are often vague and fall short of providing the tools required to really help some animals in need.

More needs to be done to prevent animals from being kept in deplorable, abusive or neglectful situations. At the Animal Humane Society, we are committed to affecting legislative change. Please join us in our efforts and learn how you can help.

2010 Minnesota elections

Click here to be directed to our friends at Animal Folks MN for helpful information on this year's elections

Current animal welfare legislation:

Minnesota puppy and kitten mill bill (State)

Puppy Uniform Protection Statute (Federal)

Prevention of Interstate Commerce in Animal Crush Videos Act (Federal)