“The 102nd”: Following the Michigan Legislature 2023-2024, #2 — A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Governor’s State of the State Speech
31 Jan 2023

“The 102nd”: Following the Michigan Legislature 2023-2024, #2 — A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Governor’s State of the State Speech

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It’s the Governor’s big night (and a speech required by the state constitution[1]) but that doesn’t mean the legislature has no role to play. The Governor speaks before a joint session of the legislature in the House Chamber of the … Continued

“The 102nd”: Following the Michigan Legislature 2023-2024, #1 — Committees Formed
13 Jan 2023

“The 102nd”: Following the Michigan Legislature 2023-2024, #1 — Committees Formed

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Our goal is to provide up-to-date and practical information for animal advocates. Our resources are easily accessible and aren’t found elsewhere. With the beginning of the new Michigan Legislature, we begin The 102nd, a series of posts to give you … Continued

Lunch + Legislation with Lobbyists Kirk Profit and Samantha Zandee, Governmental Consultant Services, Inc.
13 Jan 2023

Lunch + Legislation with Lobbyists Kirk Profit and Samantha Zandee, Governmental Consultant Services, Inc.

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January 2023 marks the beginning of a new Michigan Legislature session. Who better to review the last session and preview this brand new one than Kirk and Samantha with Lansing-based GCSI. This episode marks the first time we’ve had a … Continued

Important Themes in Animal Law and Policy: 2022 Annual List
30 Dec 2022

Important Themes in Animal Law and Policy: 2022 Annual List

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We’ve been doing these lists since 2015 and it’s become something of an annual tradition. But it’s also important for animal advocates because this assessment brings perspective to our work. We often celebrate a victory for the animals to discover … Continued

Lunch + Legislation with Molly Tamulevich: What Can Animal Advocates Expect from the New Michigan Legislature?
5 Dec 2022

Lunch + Legislation with Molly Tamulevich: What Can Animal Advocates Expect from the New Michigan Legislature?

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We know that a new legislative session always brings change. But the 102nd Michigan Legislative Session beginning early January 2023 will be change on steroids, as one party will control both the House and Senate, and the Governor’s office. You … Continued

“An Inspiring Event that Solidified My Place in the Movement”
24 Nov 2022

“An Inspiring Event that Solidified My Place in the Movement”

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After getting feedback from the students, we are confident that AFA’s Animal Law Conference Scholarship program will continue to earn dividends for many decades to come. The 30th annual conference was held in Portland, OR, Nov. 4 through 6 (a … Continued