[ SHOWGSD-L ] AKC's Taking Command
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August 2010
From our Nation's Capitol
The U.S. Congress is on recess from August 9-September 10. Even so,
AKC Government Relations and AKC’s federal advocacy team in
Washington, D.C., continue to monitor Congress for issues of interest
to dog owners. Visit our 2010 Legislative Tracking Page and click on
“US Fed” on the map to get the latest updates on federal bills
currently being monitored by the AKC. Also, be sure to check out the
new, Summer 2010 edition of AKC’s congressional newsletter In Session
for interviews with congressional dog owners, issue analyses, and
other articles that demonstrate to Congress AKC’s commitment to the
promotion of responsible dog ownership.
Here are a few of the bills we’re tracking in Congress.
News from the State Capitols
Eleven state legislatures and the District of Columbia are currently
in regular session; California, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania
are in special session. To date, AKC Government Relations (AKC GR) has
tracked over 1,100 bills in 2010 at all levels of government. For the
latest information on the state and federal bills being tracked by the
Government Relations (GR) Department, visit our 2010 Legislation
Tracking page. This page, updated daily, provides the latest bill
text, status, and Legislative Alerts posted by the AKC.
Also, be sure to check out our state legislative version of the In
Sessionnewsletter and consider printing and distributing it to
lawmakers and candidates as you discuss canine legislation issues.
For more information on any of the measures mentioned, contact us at
(919) 816-3720 or doglaw@xxxxxxxx
Here are some highlights of the bills we are currently tracking.
Local Battles
The AKC Government Relations Department (AKC GR) continues to work
with responsible dog owners to help with canine legislation issues in
their local communities. If you hear of an issue in your town or
county, contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@xxxxxxxx We will be
happy to provide you with the resources, tools, and support you need
to help fight for responsible dog ownership in your community.
Here are some examples of the local issues currently being addressed
by AKC GR, as well as some victories for dog owners within the past
month.
Don't Stand on the Sidelines this Election!
Election Day is just three months away, and the campaign season is
heating up. Political pundits project a larger voter turnout than
usual for a mid-term election. While the majority of candidates may
not be making speeches about canine legislation, it is almost a
certainty they will encounter it if elected. It is essential for all
responsible dog owners, exhibitors, and breeders to not just vote in
November, but to be informedand active during the campaign season.
Read more.
NC Federation Awarded Inaugural Bebout Award
The American Kennel Club Government Relations Department was pleased
to award the inaugural Walter Bebout Memorial Award for Leadership in
Canine Legislation ("Bebout Award") to the North Carolina Federation
of Dog Clubs.
"The North Carolina Federation of Dog Clubs received this award
because of the tremendous breadth and depth of leadership they've
demonstrated in canine legislation over the past two years," explained
Sheila Goffe, Director of Government Relations.
Read more.
Is your Beagle legal? Stay Up to Date on Dog Ownership Laws
Being a dog owner is a great responsibility that goes beyond general
care and training. The AKC believes that an important part of being a
responsible dog owner or breeder is compliance with all prevailing laws.
To assure the reputation of responsible dog owners everywhere –
especially at a time when responsible dog breeders and owners of
multiple dogs are under attack throughout the country by people who
don't value dogs the way we do – it is critically important that all
responsible dog breeders and owners value their reputations as never
before and become familiar and follow the laws, rules, and regulations
of their jurisdictions. Do not give animal rights advocates any reason
to single you out.
Read more.
Welcome to summer recess! August means a break for schoolchildren and
many families – and your federal legislators too! Members of Congress
are back home in their districts and meeting with local constituents.
It is a perfect time to schedule a brief meeting and discuss canine
legislative issues of concern to you, your club, and your community.
This year, August also signifies an increase in local, state, and
federal campaign activity. The 2010 elections at all levels of
government could significantly impact our rights to own and breed dogs
in the future. To preserve our rights, it is critically important that
we learn the views of candidates on dog ownership, breeding, and the
animal rights movement, and that we support candidates who respect our
rights. In this issue, we unveil our newest handout, which briefly
explains the importance of voting for dog and breeder-friendly
candidates this November. We encourage you to print this and
distribute it at club meetings, shows, and wherever responsible dog
owners and breeders gather.
There are many ways to learn the candidates' positions on issues of
canine legislation before you go to the polls in November. Take the
time to attend candidate "town hall" meetings and public forums – and
and ask questions. Consider scheduling a brief appointment or inviting
candidates to your club meetings to discuss canine legislative
policies that are important to you. Be sure to read our article in
this issue that provides sample questions to ask and other suggestions
on how you can make a difference in this election. Also remember that
the AKC has a political action committee (PAC) that supports the
campaigns of dog-friendly candidates. For more information on the AKC
PAC,visit our web site.
I also urge you to take the time to invite local lawmakers and
candidates to your community events. This is a relaxed but effective
way for them to see the impact responsible dog owners have on their
communities. It will also help them think of you as a future
constituent resource for canine legislation issues in your area.
If you, your club, or organization are working to address canine
legislation in your area, I encourage you to submit a nomination for
our Walter Bebout Memorial Award for Leadership in Canine Legislation,
which supports and recognizes outstanding efforts in the legislative
arena. In July, we were pleased to present the inaugural Bebout Award
to the North Carolina Federation of Dog Clubs. Their tireless efforts
resulted in the defeat of a problematic breeder regulation bill in the
state. View our article to read more about the federation's efforts
and how to submit a nomination for this award.
August is not too soon to think about what you can do to impact the
upcoming elections and take a positive stand in support of responsible
dog ownership and breeding. The AKC Government Relations Department
would be pleased to provide you with resources and suggestions on how
to be an effective advocate. If you have additional questions, please
contact us.
Thank you for standing with us.
All the best,
Sheila Goffe
Director of Government Relations
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Email: doglaw@xxxxxxx
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