Today, a Sacramento Bee article, titled “‘Liquidation of cows.’ How the drought creates chaos on California ranches, dairy farms,” highlights the effects of California’s extreme drought on the state’s cattle and dairy industries.
The California State Legislature is on summer recess until August 16th. Until then, we will be advocating for our sponsored legislation with legislative and committee staff. Bills will come up for votes soon after the session reconvenes. We will also be keeping up with the latest animal and environmental issues.
Today, AB 1282 (Bloom/Wilk), the Pet Blood Bank Modernization Act, passed the Senate Business, Professions & Economic Development Committee with a unanimous vote.
Need Your Help (Again)! AB 1282 (Bloom/Wilk), the Pet Blood Bank Modernization Act, will be voted on in the Senate Business, Professions & Economic Development Committee next week.
Today, AB 416 the Deforestation-Free Procurement Act passed the Senate Governmental Organizational Committee with a 11 – 4 vote. Earlier this year, this bill was introduced by Assemblymember Ash Kalra (D-San Jose) along with co-sponsors, Social Compassion in Legislation, Friends of the Earth, the Natural Resources Defense Council, and Peace 4 Animals.
Need Your Calls!
AB 416 (Kalra) Deforestation-Free Procurement Act will be voted on in the Senate Governmental Organization Committee on Tuesday, July 6th at 9 a.m.
Please make two important calls to the
Chair and Vice Chair asking them to vote “YES” on AB 416!
