*With apologies to the Nobel laureate and Columbian writer, Gabriel García Márquez “Since we all have time on our hands, do you think it’s a good time to write to our legislators? Or would it be better to get the … Continued
Today, Attorneys for Animals joined Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) in calling on Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy to investigate Wayne State University for ongoing violations of Governor Whitmer’s #StayHomeStaySafe Order. Image: Heart … Continued
It’s widely accepted that the current coronavirus pandemic originated at a wildlife or “wet” market, and that it is a zoonotic disease, meaning a disease that normally exists in animals but can infect humans as well. In response, China has … Continued
As long-time and more than casual observers of the state legislature, we from time to time notice trends developing. This is one of those times. The state’s wildlife policy is determined by both the legislature and the Natural Resources Commission … Continued
We are attending today’s Natural Resource Committee hearing to urge commissioners to regulate the use of lead ammunition, which kills eagles, loons, ducks, geese and swans, as well as small mammals. Other states are regulating its use. We call on … Continued
AFA spoke at the NRC’s January 2020 meeting. The Commission sets policy and oversees the Department of Natural Resources. We pointed out our common interest in policy and law affecting wildlife. We also shared two concerns: First is the lack … Continued
Photo by Plush Design Studio from Pexels In March, we began a weekly series of Face Book posts recognizing those who have made positive contributions to animals, animal law and animal policy. We believe this was a good antidote to the often negative, … Continued
Photo by Kaboompics .com from Pexels We’re beginning a new tradition to end the old year. Here is our selection of the positive news for animals in 2015. 1) Idaho’s ag-gag law was declared unconstitutional 2) SeaWorld announced it will phase out all … Continued
Although both Congress and the Michigan Legislature are on recess now, they’ve had a busy month. We highlight two important measure that have been signed into law in the past week. For a complete update since the last month, check … Continued
Today is the first day of firearm deer season here in Michigan. In what can rightly be described as a symbolic move with a vanishingly small chance of being signed into law by the Governor, the legislature in the last … Continued