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 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
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
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End of summer means pumpkin spice latte in your favorite coffee shop, the beginning of school, and the return of legislators to the state and US capitols. In Michigan, we’ve seen two bills introduced this past month which the AFA … Continued
The United States Fish and Wildlife Service proposes removing gray wolves in the lower 48 states from protection under the Endangered Species Act and turning management over to the states. AFA’s comment in opposition offers a useful perspective for the … Continued
Photo by kat wilcox from Pexels “House Bill 4332 amends the Penal Code to increase penalties for certain animal abuse violations . . . . The bill also brings breeders and pet shop owners under the animal abuse law and provides protections for … Continued
Michigan passed a Hunter Harassment Act in the 1990s and updated it several years ago to prevent hunters from being harassed by the use of drones. Now legislation has been introduced at the behest of the hunting interests to create … Continued