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Feb 04 2021 
Several states introduce bills banning fur, voicing concerns over cruelty, pandemic risk
The momentum to end the use of fur continues to build. As state legislative sessions get underway across the United States, bills to ban fur sales have been introduced in five states so far, including Rhode Island, Oregon, Connecticut, Hawaii and New York. A bill introduced in Washington would ban the production of fur. -
Feb 07 2019 
Update: Western States Move to Limit Trapping
Trapping is a Western tradition – but conflicts with conservationists and pet-lovers are increasing the call for new restrictions. -
Mar 30 2017 
Rep. Peter DeFazio Introduces Legislation to Ban the Use of Lethal Poisions
Oregon Rep. Peter DeFazio introduces legislation to ban lethal poisons compound 1080, sodium cyanide for predator control. -
Jan 31 2017 
Traps Should Be Checked More Often Under New Bill
A new bill is being championed to require a daily check of all furbearer and predator traps, as well as posted warning signs. -
Apr 15 2016 
In About-Face, Feds Deny Endangered Species Protections for Pacific Fisher
Federal wildlife officials say they won't list the Pacific fisher as an endangered species, less than two years after ruling the animal deserved federal protections.
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