Current Events

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With breaking news occurring nearly every day, it can be difficult to keep track of the latest policies and stories that relate to animals. That's why we've created this new current news hub. FOUR PAWS is committed to keeping track of and responding to issues that relate to animal welfare and our work to protect animals in the U.S. We invite you to check back frequently to learn the latest important news and what you can do to help the animals who are affected by the changing political landscape and attitudes in our country.

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Why the Current Farm Bill is Bad for Animals

Congress must protect animals and not include the harmful “Save Our Bacon” Act in the Farm Bill

The Fur-Free Movement is Growing and We Need Your Help

Help pass legislation that would ban fur sales and farming

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Where does the Endangered Species Act Stand in 2026?

Your advocacy has helped delay and prevent several attacks on the ESA

States Make Important Strides for Public Health and Animal Welfare

State Governors are finding ways to make up for federal rollbacks

New Rules Would Weaken the Endangered Species Act and Put Wildlife in Danger

You have until December 21 to submit a public comment and protect animals in need

Urgent Action Needed to Protect Endangered Species

Sign our letter to stand up for wildlife

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A Cruel Alaska Program Aims to Kill as Many Bears as Possible

Animal protection groups are suing the Alaska Board of Game over the unconstitutional predator control program

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FOUR PAWS’ Response to the Early Avian Influenza Surge

Mass killings are mere symptom control and commonsense policies must be put into place to protect animals and public health

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FOUR PAWS Testifies in Support of a Fur Sales Ban in Massachusetts

The proposed bills would ban the sale of new farmed fur products in the Commonwealth

How the Government Shutdown Impacts Animals

Programs protecting humans and non-human animals alike are both harmfully effected during the shutdown

Celebrating Recent Victories for Animal Welfare in the U.S.

A Massachusetts law for farm animals is upheld and a federal victory for endangered species

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Animal Welfare is Missing from the USDA’s New Program

Expanding rural veterinary care is a good idea, but sound animal welfare practices need to be implemented to improve the health of farm animals

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Bears Need Our Protection, Both in Captivity and in the Wild

Congressional attacks on the Endangered Species Act are leaving grizzly bears vulnerable

How Climate Change Impacts Animals

The climate crisis affects humanity and the animals FOUR PAWS works to protect

Farm Animal Welfare Laws are Under Attack

The good news? So far, the groundbreaking extreme confinement bans have been upheld in court

Legislative Attacks on Endangered Species in 2025

Congress has introduced an unprecedented number of bills that will harm vulnerable wildlife

FOUR PAWS staff at climate march holding signs

Eliminating Climate Protections Would Be Catastrophic

The Trump Administration plans to rollback clean air and greenhouse gas regulations

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Firings and Funding Cuts at USDA Lead to Uncertainty for People and for Animals

Farm animal health, food safety, and avian flu research are impacted

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The Endangered Species Act Needs Our Protection

Help us save vulnerable species around the world

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U.S. Withdrawal from Global Health Initiatives

Our departure from WHO, USAID & Climate Agreements will negatively affect people, animals, and the environment

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Our Legislative Work in the US

FOUR PAWS advocates for animals on the local, state, and federal levels

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