As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, NAVS cannot and does not promote any single political party or candidate for office. But we don’t need to. Because our long history of promoting legislation to improve how animals are used for research, … Continued
As the new academic year begins in the U.S., there are major changes in how schools are conducting business. Districts and schools must decide whether it is safe—or even feasible—to conduct classes in person, or whether it is better to … Continued
While Independence Day celebrations can be fun for people, the festivities can be frightening and dangerous for animals. Noisy fireworks and other celebrations can startle companion animals and cause them to run away. According to the American Veterinary Medical … Continued
The Personal Care Products Safety Act, S 726, under consideration by the Senate, would ensure that personal care products sold to consumers, as well as the ingredients that comprise the products, are safe. Importantly, while the final wording is still being deliberated, this bill is also … Continued
A record number of federal bills has been introduced this year that would have a positive impact on animals used in research. Unfortunately, none are under active consideration—no markups and no hearings mean that there is no progress toward passage. … Continued
This week’s Take Action Thursday recognizes World Week for Animals in Laboratories with calls to end the use of animals for cosmetics testing. While many people would rather not think about what is happening to animals whose lives are spent … Continued
This week’s Take Action Thursday urges state legislators to introduce a bill to require humane education and humane treatment of animals in classrooms. State Legislation Incorporating humane education into classroom activities teaches students at an early age to treat both … Continued
Take action to support federal and state bills that would save animals from medical training and testing. Federal Legislation The Battlefield Excellence through Superior Training (BEST) Practices Act, S 498 and HR 1243, would ban the use of animals for … Continued
