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In-Person Pet Care Community D.C. Fly-In a Huge Success
On September 21 nearly 100 pet professionals came to Capitol Hill for the Pet Advocacy Network’s Fifth Annual Pet Care Community D.C. Fly-In—about 30% more than last year’s virtual fly-in participants. Participants traveled from throughout the country to advocate for the value of pets to Members of Congress and their staff. The day began with… Learn More
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Conference Committee Members Chosen to Reconcile Bills That Contain Threat to Pets
Congress today announced the Members who will sit on the Conference Committee to reconcile the differences between H.R.4521 (COMPETES) and S.1260 (USICA). This brings the House version of the COMPETES Act, that contains a section with amendments to the Lacey Act that would cause harm to pet businesses and pet owners alike, one step closer… Learn More
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The Facts About The Lacey Act Amendments In The Competes Act Of 2022 (H.R.4521)
There has been considerable conversation, and unfortunately also some incorrect interpretations, over the past days concerning amendments to the Lacey Act that are included in the COMPETES Act of 2022, and we want to set the record straight. The fact is that these amendments are still included in the legislation that will be considered by… Learn More
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Lacey Act Amendments In Competes Act Of 2021 (H.R.4521) Threaten U.S. Pet Care Community
TAKE ACTION AND CONTACT YOUR SENATOR TODAY WITH THESE TALKING POINTS DOWNLOAD THIS ISSUE SUMMARY DOWNLOAD FACT SHEET ON COMPETES ACT AMENDMENTS IMPACTING LACEY DOWNLOAD TAKE ACTION FLYER WITH QR CODES TO SHARE WITH EMPLOYEES AND CUSTOMERS Summary: Amendments to the Lacey Act included in the COMPETES Act of 2021 (H.R.4521) legislation would make changes… Learn More
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USDA Announces Requirement for Contingency Plans to Protect Animals During Emergencies
We are sharing information about a change to Animal Welfare Act (AWA) regulations that may impact your business operations as they relate to caring for animals during emergencies. The revisions will better ensure that entities responsible for animals regulated under the Animal Welfare Act are prepared to safeguard the health and welfare of such animals in the event of possible emergencies or… Learn More
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PIJAC Information On Off-Label Usage Of Chloroquine Phosphate & COVID-19
As you may be aware, an individual recently died after using a fish product to self-medicate for prevention of COVID-19: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/man-dies-after-ingesting-chloroquine-attempt-prevent-coronavirus-n1167166 PIJAC staff have worked with our experts to put together information for the industry regarding Chloroquine Phosphate. Additionally, PIJAC’s media statement can be found on our website here. Chloroquine Phosphate: Information for Industry Some fish medications… Learn More
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