by Michigan Humane | Mar 21, 2025 | Advocacy, General
We have good news to share regarding the ongoing fight to protect animals in commercial breeding operations, which are commonly known as puppy mills because they prioritize profit over animal welfare. Originally introduced (but not passed) last legislative session,... 
by Michigan Humane | Feb 25, 2025 | Advocacy, Pets
Michigan Humane has first-hand experience with the damage done to people and pets by irresponsible commercial breeders who put profits over animal welfare. Commonly referred to as puppy mills, these commercial breeders are subject to licensure and regulation by the... 
by Michigan Humane | Jan 29, 2025 | Advocacy, General
Hopes were high two years ago at the beginning of the 2023-24 legislative session. With the Democratic party in control of the House, Senate, and Governor’s office, advocates were hopeful for a streamlined legislative process and a period of exceptional productivity... by Blog Editor | Jun 27, 2024 | Advocacy, General
We are about three-quarters of the way through the 2023-24 Michigan legislative session, and I have some good news to share about our highest legislative priorities – SB 657 and SB 658, the bond-or-forfeit bills, and HB 5587 – 5593, the sentencing guidelines bills.... 
by Blog Editor | May 6, 2024 | Advocacy, Animal Cruelty, dogs, News
How many times have you heard a heartbreaking story of animal cruelty and hoped for justice, only to be disappointed and frustrated to hear that the defendant was given probation or, at most, a short jail sentence? Michigan Humane is working with other stakeholders to... 
by Blog Editor | Mar 11, 2024 | Advocacy, News
In November, we announced that our bond-or-forfeit bills, SB 657 and SB 658, had been introduced in the Michigan Senate and referred to the Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety Committee. These bills would improve the bond-or-forfeit process in the anti-neglect...