Animal Legislation
Cardinal 4d Rules
By | Published: 09/13/2023In August, the National Marine Fisheries Service proposed a rule under section 4d of the Endangered Species Act that would criminalize the import and export of Banggai Cardinalfish, Pterapogon kauderni, in the United States. The…
NAIA 2023 Conference: Preparing For The Looming Dog Shortage
By | Published: 04/6/2023In 2023, the NAIA annual conference returns to Portland, Oregon and YOU are invited!
CDC Extends Suspension of Dog Imports from Countries with High Rabies Prevalence
By | Published: 02/2/2023NAIA welcomes actions taken by the CDC to protect the public’s health against the reintroduction of the dog-maintained rabies virus variant into the United States.
USDA APHIS Seeking Comments for New Class C Regulations
By | Published: 01/16/2023USDA APHIS (Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service) is considering new regulations for Class C licensees and is asking for public comment in several areas.
Proposed CITES I Listing for Zebra Plecos Avoided
By | Published: 01/12/2023While Brazil’s attempts to restrict trade in Zebra Plecos using the CITES appendices will be counterproductive for the conservation of the species, there are constructive regulatory changes that could be beneficial for wild…
Advisory: The Healthy Dog Importation Act (HDIA) HR 4239/S. 2597
By | Published: 07/27/2022The National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA) submitted comments to APHIS encouraging the agency to prioritize dog import oversight as part of its five-year plan.
NAIA Leads Appeal for Healthy Dog Import Resources for USDA
By | Published: 04/12/2022Today, the National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA) was joined by nearly a dozen national animal health, veterinary, livestock, and pet stakeholder organizations urging Congress to protect pets, livestock, and U.S. public health…
March 2022 CITES and USFWS CITES Delegation Report
By | Published: 03/31/2022It has become increasingly clear that advocates for the human-animal bond and sustainable use policy of wildlife resources are vastly underrepresented in CITES decision making processes.
Omnibus Appropriations Bill Provides Critical Resources for USDA Oversight of Dog Imports
By | Published: 03/15/2022The National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA) is heartened by the inclusion of critical funds – $1 million – to protect animal and public health in the FY 2022 Omnibus Appropriations Bill, which passed the House and Senate this…
Federal Legislation Threatens Pets, Zoos and Aquariums, and Biomedical Research
By | Published: 02/3/2022A last-minute amendment to the COMPETES Act threatens pets, zoos and aquariums, and biomedical research.
NAIA Bids Farewell to a Treasured Friend
By | Published: 02/1/2021It is with deep sorrow that National Animal Interest Alliance shares the passing of Chairman of the Board, Julian Prager, JD.
Controversy Over Preserving the Diamondback Terrapin
By Administrator | Published: 12/21/2020On December 16, 2020, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) held a commissioners meeting to discuss proposals, including pet ownership of certain reptiles…
More Dog Importation in the News…
By Patti Strand | Published: 07/7/2020NAIA broke the story in 2000 and has been raising awareness of the dangers posed by the mass-importation of unvetted dogs into the U.S. for two decades…
New Jersey’s Research Community Welcomes Passage of Homes for Animal Heroes Act
By Administrator | Published: 01/14/2020New Jersey’s thriving biomedical research community applauds the Legislature for passing Assembly Bill 3274/Senate Bill 2826, the “Homes for Animal Heroes Act.”
USDA Releases Key Report on Canine Imports
By Patti Strand | Published: 08/26/2019The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released a key report finding that over 1 million dogs are imported into the U.S. each year. And, of those one million, less than one percent are subject to thorough health screenings…
It’s Now or Never: Stop Dog Trafficking Now!
By Patti Strand | Published: 07/30/2019We are at a tipping point in a long and evolving battle. Either we stop it now or we must accept a slow and steady erosion of the health, quality, and type of dogs available to Americans in the future
Please Comment on Proposed Changes to USDA Pet Breeder/Dealer Licensing Requirements!
By Patti Strand | Published: 05/16/2019Dog lovers, your voice is needed!
“Homes for Animal Heroes Act” Becomes Washington State Law
By Patti Strand | Published: 05/8/2019Washington State Senate Bill 5212, known and cited as the “Homes for Animal Heroes Act,” was signed into law by Governor Jay Inslee on April 29, 2019, and becomes effective July 28, 2019.
CDC Report Highlights Vital Importance of Effective Dog Importation Regulations
By Patti Strand | Published: 12/21/2018The CDC’s December 21, 2018 Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report covers a rabid dog imported from Egypt by an animal rescue organization, and highlights why our efforts to develop effective regulations of dog importation…
2018 Farm Bill Signed Into Law
By Patti Strand | Published: 12/20/2018At long last, the 2018 Farm Bill has been passed by both houses of Congress and signed by President Trump.
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