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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.

Four SCIL Sponsored Animal Protection Bills Sweep Through Legislative Committees

June 25, 2019
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Save the Date and Keep the Heat On!

June 22, 2019
Social Compassion Invite v2

Two Calls To Action!

June 21, 2019
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CA Assembly Committee Passes SB 313 Circus Cruelty Prevention Act

June 19, 2019
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Longtime animal activists Diane Keaton and Maggie Q Join board of animal advocacy group Social Compassion in Legislation

June 17, 2019
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City of Los Angeles Spay & Neuter Ordinance

June 17, 2019
In an effort to lower euthanasia rates, SCIL worked closely with City of LA staff to draft a suite of ordinances to address the problem, spaying, neutering, microchips and breeder permits were all a part of a big package to combat pet overpopulation in the city. This ground-breaking ordinance, has become the model for cities around the United States as they enact their own laws to help address the crisis of pet overpopulation.
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West Hollywood Pet Shop Ordinance - Retail Sale of Dogs and Cats

June 17, 2019
West Hollywood bans the retail sale of dogs and cats from commercial breeders. City Council Member Jeffrey Prang introduced the bill and SCIL facilitated the ordinance to success, which has provided a model for future similar legislation.
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Riverside Spay & Neuter Ordinance 630.12

June 17, 2019
County of Riverside Animal Care & Control crafted language along with SCIL who helped facilitate grassroots support for the law. It unanimously was approved by the Riverside City Council and went on to be adopted by the entire county.
Riverside Spay and Neuter

SB 64 Pet Microchipping Bill Just Passed with a Unanimous Vote 9-0! Thank you for your support!

June 17, 2019
SB 64 to require all municipal animal shelters to microchip any adopted or recovered cat or dog, helping pets find their way home.
Part 1: In Unanimous Vote, Bill to Protect Lost Pets Clears First Committee Hurdle
Part 2: If You Haven't yet Signed up to Support Our Bills Please Do Now!
Part 3: Spread the Word!!!!
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California legislators show they accept science by supporting bill to modernize testing of hazardous waste

June 17, 2019
AB 733, to End the Use of Live Fish to Test Water Quality, Clears First Committee Vote.
Part 1: California Legislators Show They Accept Science by Supporting Bill to Modernize Testing of Hazardous Waste
Part 2: If You Haven't yet Signed up to Support Our Bills Please Do Now!
Part 3: Spread the Word!!!!
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