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AWI's Compassion Index Measures Legislators' Humane Record; New Features Just Added
Thursday, March 13, 2008
The Animal Welfare Institute today unveiled its revamped legislative action center, the Compassion Index (CI), located online at www.compassionindex.org.
Groups Say Human Oversight Necessary at US Slaughterhouses
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Following a recent suggestion in Congress that the government should install video cameras in US slaughterhouses to ensure the humane and safe treatment of animals killed for human consumption, the Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) and...
Hawaiian Judge Rules Navy Sonar Harmful to Whales, Issues Injunction
Monday, March 03, 2008
As part of a suit filed in May 2007 by several conservation groups, an injunction was issued Friday by a Hawaii federal district judge over the US Navy's use of active sonar that he recognized...
IL House Driver's Education and Safety Committee Sends Double Decker Ban to Floor for Vote
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Today, the Illinois House Driver's Education and Safety Committee unanimously approved (11-0) legislation that will outlaw the use of double deck trailers for the purpose of hauling horses in the State of Illinois.
The Homes for Horses Coalition Launches Resource-Rich Website
Monday, February 11, 2008
The Homes for Horses Coalition today launched http://www.homesforhorses.org. The Web site is a resource tool for equine rescue personnel, members of the media, and anyone interested in equine protection efforts.
AWI Urges Comments on USDA's "Naturally Raised"
Monday, February 11, 2008
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), US Department of Agriculture (USDA), is seeking comments on a proposed voluntary standard for a "naturally raised" marketing claim for meats.
South Dakota Horse Slaughter Bill Defeated
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) today praised the South Dakota Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee's rejection of S.B. 170, a bill that would have pumped up to $1 million of state funds into the...
Heroes' Hayden Panettiere to Cheer for Whales in the Nation's Capital
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Actress Hayden Panettiere, who plays cheerleader Claire Bennet on NBC's hit series Heroes, will lead a rally against a resumption of commercial whaling at 1 p.m. this Sunday, January 27, in Washington, DC's Dupont Circle...
American Veterinary Medical Association Hurting, Not Helping, Horses
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Amid claims that animal welfare advocates are to blame for the steep increase in horses going to Mexico for slaughter, the Washington, DC-based Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) today fired back.
Representative and Mrs. Tom Lantos Leaving Congress
Friday, January 04, 2008
The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) wishes to recognize US Representative Tom Lantos (D-CA) with its "Profiles in Compassion" award for his uncompromising leadership on animal welfare issues throughout his 14 terms in the US Congress.
Illinois Legislation Banning Double Deckers
Monday, November 05, 2007
In response to the recent death of 18 young Belgian draft horses, Illinois State Reps. Bob Molaro and JoAnn Osmond have introduced legislation to ban the use of double-decker trucks to transport horses in the...
Bison Protection Advocates Ask Agencies to Suspend Bison Hunt
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI), Buffalo Field Campaign (BFC), and Mr. Walt Farmer, a Jackson, WY area resident have asked the US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) to...
Animal Welfare Institute Condemns Illegal Whale Hunt by Makah Tribal Members
Monday, September 10, 2007
The Animal Welfare Institute is outraged by the killing of a gray whale in the Strait of Juan de Fuca by members of the Makah Tribe, condemning it as an illegal, cruel, and callous act...
Michael Vick, NFL and Atlanta Falcons Must Do the Right Thing National Animal Protection Group Calls for Establishment of Humane Education Fund
Tuesday, September 04, 2007
In light of his recent indictment and guilty plea for charges related to dog fighting, the Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) calls on National Football League (NFL) quarterback Michael Vick to immediately surrender $22 million of...
Former Ringling Brothers Employees Bolster Federal Lawsuit Against Circus
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) and others seek permission for three former circus employees to join in their federal lawsuit against Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus under the Endangered Species Act. The suit...
Consumers Can Help Stop Shark Finning
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
The Animal Welfare Institute has sent letters of warning to restaurants in major cities that offer shark fin soup on their menus. In addition, the organization is working to expand its campaign from Washington, DC...
Ringling Brothers Will Stand Trial for Elephant Abuse
Thursday, August 23, 2007
Today, Judge Emmet Sullivan of the federal district court in Washington DC issued a major ruling rejecting the last-ditch attempt of Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus to avoid trial over charges that the...
US Court of Appeals Upholds Illinois Ban on Horse Slaughter
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Recognizing the will of the people of Illinois and championing America's horses, a three-judge panel from the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit today ruled unanimously to uphold a decision by the US...
Groups Stage Street Theater Enactment of Navy Authorization to Flood World's Oceans with LFA Sonar
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
This Thursday the Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) and Citizens Opposing Active Sonar Threats (COAST) will stage a colorful enactment outside the headquarters of the National Atmospheric and Oceanic Administration Fisheries Division (NMFS).
Obi Sushi Stops Sale of Shark Fin Soup
Friday, August 03, 2007
The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) is pleased to learn that Obi Sushi restaurant, located in Northern Virginia's Reston Town Center, has retracted their decision to sell shark fin soup and other shark dishes.