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IN THE NEWS: CT - Connecticut bill aims to provide safe housing options for domestic violence victims and their pets

"A Connecticut Senate bill aims to remove barriers for domestic violence victims by creating a network of options for pets when leaving abusive situations. "

Connecticut bill aims to provide safe housing options for domestic violence victims and their pets One Senate bill is aiming to create space for victims and their pets to leave safely and together.

IN THE NEWS: IA - Animal Rescue League of Iowa to care for beagles rescued from Wisconsin facility

"he Animal Rescue League of Iowa says it is preparing to take in beagles rescued from Ridglan Farms, a Wisconsin facility that bred dogs for research.

Ridglan Farms forfeited its license in October 2025 to avoid a potential criminal charge. Big Ranch Dog Rescue and the Center for Humane Economy purchased 1,500 dogs from the facility and began removing them today."

Animal Rescue League of Iowa to care for beagles rescued from Wisconsin facility The Animal Rescue League of Iowa is preparing to take in rescued beagles bred for testing.

JUST IN: Iowa lawmakers increase penalty for animal torture

"Criminal penalties in Iowa for animal torture would be elevated — to a felony on first offense, in some cases — under a bill on its way to Gov. Kim Reynolds for her consideration.

'This strengthens Iowa's commitment to protecting animals and ensuring that the most heinous acts are punished, rightfully so,' Republican state Rep. Samantha Fett, of Carlisle, the bill’s sponsor, said. "

Iowa lawmakers increase penalty for animal torture Iowa lawmakers passed increased penalties for animal torture Thursday, sending the bill to the governor.