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Political Action Committee
501(c)(3) non-profit
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Political Action Committee
501(c)(3) non-profit

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This is your one-stop shop for all the latest news about SCIL campaigns, organizational events and other updates. Be sure to sign up for our newsletter to stay in the know about everything that is being done to save and protect animals and how you can help.

AB 3162, The "OCTO" Act, Signed into Law by Gavin Newsom!

September 28, 2024
The law makes California the first to ban the sale of farmed octopus, and the second state (Washington) to proactively ban octopus farming. This law positions the Golden State as a humane leader on this developing issue.
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SB 1233 Signed by Governor Newsom!

September 26, 2024
Bill 1233 lays the foundation for California veterinary schools to setup a high-volume, high-quality spay and neuter (HVHQSN) certification program for veterinary students and professionals.
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Join us for a screening of The Game Changers!

September 25, 2024
Celebrate World Heart Day with us! Join Judie this Saturday, September 28th at 6:30 PM for a free event you won’t want to miss: a special screening of The Game Changers, followed by a panel discussion with the star of the film.
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Judie's Memoir Highlighting SCIL's History Available Now!

September 17, 2024
I’m proud to announce the release of my book, Because They Need Us: My Political Fight to Save Animals. Over the past 21 months, I’ve poured my heart into documenting the trials and triumphs of my journey in animal and environmental advocacy.
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LA Times Article Highlights Puppymill Laundering Problem in California

September 12, 2024
LA Times published an in-depth article on the underground market for puppy-mill bred animals. As the article shows, this kind of activity is illegal but enforcing these laws can be difficult. Perpetrators are shifty and willing to go to great lengths to continue profiteering off of cruelty.
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Join SCIL for a screening of "THE GAME CHANGERS" with hosts James Wilks

September 5, 2024
In observation of World Heart Day, our sister organization, Social Compassion, a 501(c)(3), is proud to invite you on Saturday, September 28th, to a free event you won't want to miss - a screening of The Game Changers at 6:30 p.m. in Laguna Beach, CA.
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AB 3162 and AB 1983 are officially on the Governor's desk! Call Now To Raise Support!

September 3, 2024
Governor Newsom has until September 30th to sign both into law or veto. As a reminder, AB 1983 will fund spay and neuter programs and AB 3162 will proactively ban octopus farming and the sale of farmed octopus in the state.
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AB 3162 passes full Senate now goes to the Governor for signature!

August 29, 2024
AB 3162 passed the full Senate with a vote of 37-0. The bill will proactively ban octopus farming and also make California the first state to ban the sale of farmed octopus.
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AB 1983 passes the full Senate, head's to Governor for signature!

August 20, 2024
AB 1983 passed the full Senate with a unanimous vote of 39-0. The bill reinstates a program that allows Californians to direct a portion of their state tax refund to a program that offers grants for low- and no-cost spay and neuter services.
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Lily Niederhofer Joins SCIL and ALDF to Advocate for Octopus

August 13, 2024
SCIL's team in Sacramento had the honor of advocating for AB 3162 next to 10-year old athlete and activist, Lily Niederhofer.
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