JUNE 2, 2025

MINUTES AGO, TWO SCIL SPONSORED BILLS PASSED THE FULL ASSEMBLY FLOOR WITH ASTOUNDING VOTES!

The CLASS Act passed with a vote of 68-3 and

The FOUND Act passed with a vote of 78-0

We are so grateful to our authors, and for every vote cast for our five sponsored bills that are on their way to the second house. What it means is that progress is being made for the animals, and that hard work and perseverance is paying off.

We believe that our work, with your engagement and support, has helped educate many legislators on the issues facing animals, reflected by the fantastic bipartisan votes you are seeing on the animal-related legislation.

Even though we are so excited by these resounding votes, we cannot take anything for granted. Now, on to the second house, and then to the Governor's desk for his signatures. Please stay with us, we need your help all the way through this long and laborious process!

AB 347 (Kalra) The CLASS Act, ensures K-12 students receive written notification of their right to opt out of animal dissection and makes any violation of this right addressable through the state’s uniform complaint procedures.

AB 478 (Zbur), The FOUND Act, Friends of Oreo Uniting During Disasters Act, ensures that pet parents can rescue their animals left behind in evacuated areas. This bill responds to the inadequate action taken for residents in the LA fire zones who had animals in the evacuation areas that perished or had to be rescued without permission from authorities.

Your support is vital to our mission. Your contribution plays a significant role in driving meaningful change and advancing our cause. We are deeply grateful for your ongoing support and together, we can make a lasting impact for the animals who need us most. Thank you for being a part of our community!

Judie Mancuso, founder/CEO/president

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