Rhode Island Animal Program Ban

Rhode Island Animal Program Ban

This is a ban on teaching children about animals through educational outreach, a ban on animals in 4-H, and much more! UPDATE from 4/5/19: The bill did go to hearing and after being informed of all the unintended consequences the legislators have realized this bill is...

ACTION ALERT: Wausau, WI

UPDATE from 2/18/19: Good news! Thanks to all those who opposed this ordinance and educated officials, the proposal was not approved and another draft will be written. We will provide updates as they become available. The City of Wausau, Wisconsin is proposing a ban...
FWC Proposal Updates

FWC Proposal Updates

UPDATE 2/21/19: The Commissioners voted to list the yellow anaconda as a prohibited species. Current owners must register their animals with FWC to have their ownership grandfathered. Prohibited species may only be possessed or imported into the state for research or...
FWC Proposal Updates

Texas Proposed Wildlife Changes: Turtles

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has proposed changes to Chapter 65 of the Texas Administrative Code (T.A.C.) regarding four species of turtles. These species are: red-eared slider (Trachemys scripta elegans); common snapping turtle (Chelydra...

Invasive Fish and Wildlife Prevention Act of 2018

HR6362 has been introduced and is titled the “Invasive Fish and Wildlife Prevention Act of 2018.” The bill was introduced by Representative Elise Stefanik and there were no cosponsors upon introduction. A companion bill, S3210, was introduced by Senator Kirsten...