Press Release Understanding violence in all its forms can help prevent it in the future Pawlet, VT — While gun violence is a pervasive tragedy across the country, the small New England state of Vermont rarely experiences it. The state, known for its rural character and close-knit communities, was shocked when news broke of the … Read more
Bill Would Halt the Trade in Bear Gallbladders, Paws and Bile, Align Vermont’s Wildlife Trafficking Policies with More than 40 Other States Montpelier, VT — Animal Wellness Action celebrated the successful passage of a provision in State Bill S.301 to prohibit the sale of bear bile and other internal organs used in Traditional Chinese Medicine … Read more
Press Release Key bill provisions include giving Vermonters who do not hunt, fish, or trap a seat at the table when making wildlife policy decisions and banning use of dogs to hunt coyotes. Montpelier, VT — Animal Wellness Action and the Center for a Humane Economy, leading voices for animals in the United States, hosted … Read more
Press Release S.258 now moves to House for consideration, following an encouraging 21-8-1 vote on Senate floor last week Montpelier, VT — Animal Wellness Action applauds the Vermont Senate for passing a bill that modernizes the management of fish and wildlife in the state, promotes biodiversity of ecosystems and helps in the fight against animal cruelty. … Read more
Press Release Vermont Representative Conor Casey champions new bill to promote humane and conservation-minded commerce Montpelier, Vt. – Animal Wellness Action and Center for a Humane Economy applauded State Representative Conor Casey, Washington-4, for introducing legislation to stop Nike and other athletic shoe companies from sourcing kangaroo skins for soccer cleat models. He has introduced the fifth state bill this year … Read more