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Latest news FROM SCIL

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.

Call Now To Oppose AB 1038 and SB 818

March 25, 2025
OPPOSE AB 1038 - Allows Hunting Bears with Dogs! OPPOSE SB 818 - Allows Hazing Mountain Lions with Dogs!
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AB 478, the Friends of Oreo Uniting During Disasters Act

March 18, 2025
Friends of Oreo Uniting During Disasters, a critical new bill to ensure that companion animals are protected during emergencies.
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Call To Action - Justice for Willow!

March 14, 2025
This past week, a man was captured on film throwing a cat, Willow, in a dumpster. The cat was injured and was later found out to be owned by the man's roommate.
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AB 347, the CLASS Act, Passes Education Committee!

March 13, 2025
This bill will support more inclusive, trauma-informed classrooms and prevent the needless and agonizing deaths of thousands of animals each year.
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SB 221 and AB 347 Hearing Dates Please Join Us On At The Capital!

March 7, 2025
SB 221, an effort to strengthen California's stalking laws to include threats made to one's pet and AB 347, The Class (Compassionate Advancements in Science Studies) Act, hearings set.
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Send Your Support Letter For All Of Our Sponsored Bills, Here's How.

March 6, 2025
Now is the time for you to engage and have your voices heard! We must start gathering your support letters ASAP!
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AB 1482, a bill to strengthen dog breeder laws and require shelters to post animals online

February 26, 2025
Assemblymember Bill Essayli (R-Corona) introduced AB 1482, a bill that will expand the definition of dog breeder and ensure that all dogs sold by breeders are microchipped and vaccinated.
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AB 793, burden of proof of Potentially dangerous and vicious dogs.

February 20, 2025
AB 793, the Fairness to Dogs and Community Safety Act, cosponsored by Social Compassion in Legislation and the Los Angeles County Democrats for the Protection of Animals.
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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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Judie’s Memoir Showcasing SCIL’s Life-Saving Animal Advocacy is Now on Amazon!

December 5, 2024
Judie's inspiring new book, Because They Need Us: My Political Fight to Save Animals, is now available on Kindle.
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The Los Angeles Angels Team Up with Social Compassion to Help Shelter Animals in Orange County!

November 27, 2024
the Los Angeles Angels Baseball Foundation, have joined paws with Social Compassion, to shine a spotlight on the adorable adoptable animals waiting for their forever homes in Orange County shelters!
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