Activism – Page 3 – Attorneys for Animals

31 May 2019

Federal, State and Local Updates and Legislative Tracker to May 31, 2019

by Bee Friedlander | posted in: Activism, Advocacy, Analysis, Animal Industry Act, Congress, Legislation, Legislative Tracker, SB 174 | 0

We’re 5 months into the Michigan and Congressional legislative sessions. There’s been local activity as well. Highlights include: Michigan Legislature: This month saw the introduction of a 6-bill animal-friendly bill package, which AFA’s board has voted to support: animals in … Continued

26 Apr 2019

A Staggering Number of Potentially Preventable Farmed Animal Deaths

by Bee Friedlander | posted in: Activism, Advocacy, Analysis, AWI, Farmed Animals | 0

If we told you that over the past 6 years, almost 3 million farm animals reportedly perished under horrible, but potentially preventable circumstances, not related to slaughter, you’d be outraged. And if we told you that there were no laws … Continued

6 Dec 2018

Legislative Tracker to December 6, 2018: In the Midst of Michigan’s #LameDuck

by Bee Friedlander | posted in: #LameDuck, Activism, Advocacy, Congress, Legislation, Legislative Tracker | 0

With perhaps two more weeks to go, we’re closely watching several bills pending in the Michigan Legislature. The following have had some movement since the #LameDuck session began, although there are many others–both positive and negative that are listed in … Continued

3 May 2018

Opposing HB 5916 and 5917

by Bee Friedlander | posted in: Activism, Advocacy, Legislation, Media | 0

NOTE: AFA’s Board voted to oppose these bills, which appear to regulate the source of animals sold at the state’s pet shops, but allow large scale breeders to supply puppies. Any local regulation of pet shops would be pre-empted. Here’s … Continued

2 May 2018

An Unscientific Survey

by Bee Friedlander | posted in: Activism, Advocacy, Education, Event | 0

When we tabled at Veg Fest last weekend, we asked people to vote on the most significant development for animals from the beginning of 2018. This is what the results look like: These were the choices: Vote tally: #1 … Continued

1 May 2018

What’s the Large Carnivore Act … and Why Do We Oppose Revisions (HB 5778)?

by Bee Friedlander | posted in: Activism, Advocacy, Legislation | 0

Back in 2000, the Michigan Legislature passed a comprehensive act to regulate Large Carnivores. This includes lions, leopards, jaguars, tigers, cougars, panthers, cheetahs; and bears which are native or nonnative to Michigan. It covers both wild and captive bred members … Continued

1 May 2018

Announcing “Books and Brunch Club”: 1st meeting, Sunday, June 3, 11AM-1PM, in Ann Arbor

by Bee Friedlander | posted in: Activism, Education, Event | 0

AFA and Veg Ann Arbor will launch an Animal Ethics Book Club in June. We’ll meet at Detroit Filling Station, with a delicious vegan brunch menu available for purchase. The first selection is Ishmael, by Daniel Quinn. Ishmael is a … Continued

22 Feb 2018

AFA’s Legislative Tracker to February 22, 2018

by Bee Friedlander | posted in: Activism, Advocacy, Legislation, Legislative Tracker | 0

Legislative Tracker One of our major areas of interest is legislation. Although we focus on Michigan, AFA also keeps track of bills in the US Congress. We update our tracker often, so check back to follow bills of interest to … Continued

31 Jan 2018

AFA’s Legislative Tracker Updated to February 22, 2018

by Bee Friedlander | posted in: Activism, Legislation, Legislative Tracker | 0

29 Jun 2017

Making a Difference for Animals: Piglet Races

by Bee Friedlander | posted in: Activism | 0

NOTE: Although this wasn’t how AFA board member Molly Tamulevich planned to spend a good part of the day and evening earlier this week, it turned out to be time well spent for some animals. Her story is a good example … Continued