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AB 631 & AB 347 Introduced, and Hear Judie on KNX Discuss 3 Dog Breeder/Puppy Mill Bills!

February 13, 2025
Assemblymember Alex Lee (D-San Jose) introduced AB 631, the Animal Shelter and Rescue Data Collection Act, sponsored by Social Compassion in Legislation (SCIL).
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SB 221, A Bill To Expand Stalking Laws To Include animal Protection, Introduced

January 24, 2025
SB 221 was introduced by Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh - a continuation of her previous efforts to strengthen California's stalking laws to include threats made to one's pet, including service and emotional support animals, and horses.
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Update on Animal Rescue Efforts in Pacific Palisades and Malibu

January 20, 2025
Yesterday, Hailey Winslow of Fox 11 News, did a story highlighting the work of rescuers and the need for the City and County to step up their efforts to reunite pets with their families.
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Social Compassion helps the dog, Oreo, reunite with his owner!

January 17, 2025
Oreo's Dad Thanks Social Compassion for Rescue! Heroes Among Us! Update on Volunteer Fosters!
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The City of Los Angeles heard our cries for help.

January 15, 2025
Both the City of Los Angeles and Pasadena/Altadena have phone numbers for those needing help with animals left behind in fire zones.
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We need the City and County of Los Angeles to get organized!

January 13, 2025
Judie Mancuso was on The Mark Thompson Show today discussing our coalition's rescue efforts and some of the obstacles faced by the local residents who were evacuated and rescue teams.
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Urgent Fosters and Donations Needed For Animals In LA!

January 9, 2025
Pasadena Humane Society is bursting at the seams with animals brought in by those evacuating due to the fires, and stray animals that were left behind.
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Please Donate to Prevent Cruelty and Give Animals a Better Life!

December 31, 2024
With your help, our 501(c)(3) educates the public about the importance of protecting all animals and stopping abuse in all forms.
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SCIL's help to Expedite Licensing Out-of-State Veterinarians and Technicians

December 12, 2024
SCIL's sponsored bills in 2023, ACR 86, resolved to encourage out-of-state DVMs and RVTs to become licensed in California in order to deliver life saving spay and neuter services and other medical procedures.
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Call to action to help the Tule Elk in the Bay Area!

December 9, 2024
The fence, erected nearly 50 years ago to keep tule elk away from nearby ranches, is being dismantled to allow the elk to roam freely. However, the California Cattlemen’s Association has filed a lawsuit.
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