KANS Graphic
Nike Cuts the Cord with Largest Wildlife Slaughter on the Planet
14. März 2023 10:20 ET | Animal Wellness Action
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nike, one of the best-known brands in the world, announced today that it will stop using kangaroo skins for its Nike Tiempo and all other shoes...
Cow on the background of sky and green grass.
Bipartisan, Bicameral OFF Act to Address Corruption and Scandals at USDA Commodity Checkoff Programs Introduced in U.S. House and Senate
01. März 2023 11:44 ET | Animal Wellness Action
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Animal Wellness Action (AWA), the Organization for Competitive Markets (OCM), the Center for a Humane Economy (CHE), and the National...
Emaciated Horse Going to Slaughter
Landmark Field Investigation of Horse Slaughter in North America
09. Februar 2023 15:08 ET | Animal Wellness Action
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A joint investigation and analysis released today and conducted by the Center for a Humane Economy, Animal Wellness Action, and Animals’...
Shutterstock Photo ID: 147037244
Biden Signs Five Animal Protection Measures into Law
30. Dezember 2022 13:59 ET | Animal Wellness Action
WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yesterday, President Joe Biden inked the last of five animal protection measures into law in the year-end spending bill to fund the Federal...
Beagle used in animal testing
Congress Approves Landmark Measure to Reduce Animal Testing
23. Dezember 2022 18:48 ET | Animal Wellness Action
WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. House gave final approval today to the FDA Modernization Act 2.0, revamping the drug approval process and promising a dramatic reduction...
Shutterstock Illustration ID: 369478958
Shark Fin Soup to be Taken off the Menu in the U.S., Legislation Passed Senate and Headed to Biden's Desk
15. Dezember 2022 21:32 ET | Animal Wellness Action
WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Congress passed the Shark Fin Sales Elimination Act tonight as an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act, sending the measure to...
Gamecocks in action
Federal Court Issues Sentences for Alabama Cockfighting Kingpins
07. Dezember 2022 12:12 ET | Animal Wellness Action
MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA, Dec. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Animal Wellness Action (AWA) and allied groups congratulated federal prosecutors for securing federal prison time for major cockfighting...
Sen. Cruz with advocates
U.S. Senate Passes Big Cat Public Safety Act, Legislation Now Awaits President Biden's Signature
06. Dezember 2022 20:18 ET | Animal Wellness Action
WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tonight, Animal Wellness Action announced the U.S. Senate passage of the Big Cat Public Safety Act, H.R. 263, today by Unanimous Consent,...
Bob Baffert | Photo: Shutterstock
Maryland Racing Commission Officially Suspends Bob Baffert, Making Trainer Ineligible for Preakness Stakes
11. April 2022 15:30 ET | Animal Wellness Action
Towson, Maryland, April 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Maryland Racing Commission responded to calls from the Center for a Humane Economy, Animal Wellness Action, and the Animal Wellness...
Horse Racing at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, Calif.
Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit, Upholds Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act
01. April 2022 12:53 ET | Animal Wellness Action
LUBBOCK, TEXAS, April 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Texas Judge James Wesley Hendrix has just dismissed a lawsuit initiated by the National Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association (NHBPA)...