This measure would commend the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on the celebration of its 150th anniversary and for the myriad contributions it has made to the health and well-being of animals nationwide and would extend best wishes for continued success in the future.

This measure would commend the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on the celebration of its 150th anniversary and for the myriad contributions it has made to the health and well-being of animals nationwide and would extend best wishes for continued success in the future.

This measure would commend the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on the celebration of its 150th anniversary and for the myriad contributions it has made to the health and well-being of animals nationwide and would extend best wishes for continued success in the future.

This measure would commend the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on the celebration of its 150th anniversary and for the myriad contributions it has made to the health and well-being of animals nationwide and would extend best wishes for continued success in the future.

WHEREAS, The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is celebrating its 150th anniversary on April 10, 2016, and it is appropriate at this time to highlight its many achievements as North Americas first humane society and underscore the positive impact it has made throughout the State of California and across the nation; and

WHEREAS, The ASPCA was founded by Henry Bergh in 1866 on the belief that protecting animals was an issue that crossed party lines and class boundaries; and

WHEREAS, Motivated to act after witnessing the regular beating, abuse, and overworking of cart horses, Henry Bergh made a commanding moral and legal case to protect animals, and in so doing, persuaded prominent leaders of the time, including members of the Rockefeller family, to support him in enacting the first anti-cruelty law in the United States; and

WHEREAS, Henry Bergh personally fought for animal welfare on New York City streets, as well as in the courtroom, regularly inspecting slaughter houses, working with police to close down dog fighting pits, lecturing at schools, and operating the nations first ambulance for overworked horses that frequently collapsed from dehydration and exhaustion; and

WHEREAS, Henry Berghs outspoken crusade on behalf of animals inspired those activists seeking to protect abused children to establish the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, the first child protective agency in the world, for which he served as a founding vice president; and

WHEREAS, By 1888, the year Henry Bergh died, 37 of the countrys then 38 states had passed animal anti-cruelty laws, and the ASPCA today continues his legacy by working to enhance laws to protect animals by advocating nationally for the strongest possible protections for animals; helping animals in crisis by responding to requests for assistance by law enforcement and emergency response agencies around the country; and, since 2008, providing $93 million in grants to various partners nationwide, including over $12.3 million to organizations throughout California in support of programs in line with its mission; and

WHEREAS, Since its founding, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has evolved into a dynamic voice for improving the quality of life for animals throughout the United States; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals be commended on celebrating its 150th anniversary and for the myriad contributions it has made to the health and well-being of animals nationwide and wished the best for continued success in the future.

WHEREAS, The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is celebrating its 150th anniversary on April 10, 2016, and it is appropriate at this time to highlight its many achievements as North Americas first humane society and underscore the positive impact it has made throughout the State of California and across the nation; and

WHEREAS, The ASPCA was founded by Henry Bergh in 1866 on the belief that protecting animals was an issue that crossed party lines and class boundaries; and

WHEREAS, Motivated to act after witnessing the regular beating, abuse, and overworking of cart horses, Henry Bergh made a commanding moral and legal case to protect animals, and in so doing, persuaded prominent leaders of the time, including members of the Rockefeller family, to support him in enacting the first anti-cruelty law in the United States; and

WHEREAS, Henry Bergh personally fought for animal welfare on New York City streets, as well as in the courtroom, regularly inspecting slaughter houses, working with police to close down dog fighting pits, lecturing at schools, and operating the nations first ambulance for overworked horses that frequently collapsed from dehydration and exhaustion; and

WHEREAS, Henry Berghs outspoken crusade on behalf of animals inspired those activists seeking to protect abused children to establish the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, the first child protective agency in the world, for which he served as a founding vice president; and

WHEREAS, By 1888, the year Henry Bergh died, 37 of the countrys then 38 states had passed animal anti-cruelty laws, and the ASPCA today continues his legacy by working to enhance laws to protect animals by advocating nationally for the strongest possible protections for animals; helping animals in crisis by responding to requests for assistance by law enforcement and emergency response agencies around the country; and, since 2008, providing $93 million in grants to various partners nationwide, including over $12.3 million to organizations throughout California in support of programs in line with its mission; and

WHEREAS, Since its founding, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has evolved into a dynamic voice for improving the quality of life for animals throughout the United States; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals be commended on celebrating its 150th anniversary and for the myriad contributions it has made to the health and well-being of animals nationwide and wished the best for continued success in the future.

WHEREAS, The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is celebrating its 150th anniversary on April 10, 2016, and it is appropriate at this time to highlight its many achievements as North Americas first humane society and underscore the positive impact it has made throughout the State of California and across the nation; and

WHEREAS, The ASPCA was founded by Henry Bergh in 1866 on the belief that protecting animals was an issue that crossed party lines and class boundaries; and

WHEREAS, Motivated to act after witnessing the regular beating, abuse, and overworking of cart horses, Henry Bergh made a commanding moral and legal case to protect animals, and in so doing, persuaded prominent leaders of the time, including members of the Rockefeller family, to support him in enacting the first anti-cruelty law in the United States; and

WHEREAS, Henry Bergh personally fought for animal welfare on New York City streets, as well as in the courtroom, regularly inspecting slaughter houses, working with police to close down dog fighting pits, lecturing at schools, and operating the nations first ambulance for overworked horses that frequently collapsed from dehydration and exhaustion; and

WHEREAS, Henry Berghs outspoken crusade on behalf of animals inspired those activists seeking to protect abused children to establish the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, the first child protective agency in the world, for which he served as a founding vice president; and

WHEREAS, By 1888, the year Henry Bergh died, 37 of the countrys then 38 states had passed animal anti-cruelty laws, and the ASPCA today continues his legacy by working to enhance laws to protect animals by advocating nationally for the strongest possible protections for animals; helping animals in crisis by responding to requests for assistance by law enforcement and emergency response agencies around the country; and, since 2008, providing $93 million in grants to various partners nationwide, including over $12.3 million to organizations throughout California in support of programs in line with its mission; and

WHEREAS, Since its founding, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has evolved into a dynamic voice for improving the quality of life for animals throughout the United States; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals be commended on celebrating its 150th anniversary and for the myriad contributions it has made to the health and well-being of animals nationwide and wished the best for continued success in the future.

WHEREAS, The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is celebrating its 150th anniversary on April 10, 2016, and it is appropriate at this time to highlight its many achievements as North Americas first humane society and underscore the positive impact it has made throughout the State of California and across the nation; and

WHEREAS, The ASPCA was founded by Henry Bergh in 1866 on the belief that protecting animals was an issue that crossed party lines and class boundaries; and

WHEREAS, Motivated to act after witnessing the regular beating, abuse, and overworking of cart horses, Henry Bergh made a commanding moral and legal case to protect animals, and in so doing, persuaded prominent leaders of the time, including members of the Rockefeller family, to support him in enacting the first anti-cruelty law in the United States; and

WHEREAS, Henry Bergh personally fought for animal welfare on New York City streets, as well as in the courtroom, regularly inspecting slaughter houses, working with police to close down dog fighting pits, lecturing at schools, and operating the nations first ambulance for overworked horses that frequently collapsed from dehydration and exhaustion; and

WHEREAS, Henry Berghs outspoken crusade on behalf of animals inspired those activists seeking to protect abused children to establish the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, the first child protective agency in the world, for which he served as a founding vice president; and

WHEREAS, By 1888, the year Henry Bergh died, 37 of the countrys then 38 states had passed animal anti-cruelty laws, and the ASPCA today continues his legacy by working to enhance laws to protect animals by advocating nationally for the strongest possible protections for animals; helping animals in crisis by responding to requests for assistance by law enforcement and emergency response agencies around the country; and, since 2008, providing $93 million in grants to various partners nationwide, including over $12.3 million to organizations throughout California in support of programs in line with its mission; and

WHEREAS, Since its founding, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has evolved into a dynamic voice for improving the quality of life for animals throughout the United States; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals be commended on celebrating its 150th anniversary and for the myriad contributions it has made to the health and well-being of animals nationwide and wished the best for continued success in the future.

 THIRD READING 

Bill No: ACR 150

Author: Atkins (D), et al.

Amended: 4/7/16 in Assembly

Vote: 21

ASSEMBLY FLOOR: Read and adopted, 4/7/16

SUBJECT: American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

SOURCE: American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

DIGEST:

This resolution commends the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on the celebration of its 150th anniversary and for the myriad contributions it has made to the health and well-being of animals nationwide and would extend best wishes for continued success in the future.

ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is celebrating its 150th anniversary on April 10, 2016, and it is appropriate at this time to highlight its many achievements as North America’s first humane society and underscore the positive impact it has made throughout the State of California and across the nation.
2. The ASPCA was founded by Henry Bergh in 1866 on the belief that protecting animals was an issue that crossed party lines and class boundaries.
3. Motivated to act after witnessing the regular beating, abuse, and overworking of cart horses, Henry Bergh made a commanding moral and legal case to protect animals, and in so doing, persuaded prominent leaders of the time, including members of the Rockefeller family, to support him in enacting the first anti-cruelty law in the United States.
4. Henry Bergh’s outspoken crusade on behalf of animals inspired those activists seeking to protect abused children to establish the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, the first child protective agency in the world, for which he served as a founding vice president.
5. By 1888, the year Henry Bergh died, 37 of the country’s then 38 states had passed animal anti-cruelty laws, and the ASPCA today continues his legacy by working to enhance laws to protect animals by advocating nationally for the strongest possible protections for animals; helping animals in crisis by responding to requests for assistance by law enforcement and emergency response agencies around the country; and, since 2008, providing $93 million in grants to various partners nationwide, including over $12.3 million to organizations throughout California in support of programs in line with its mission.
6. Since its founding, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has evolved into a dynamic voice for improving the quality of life for animals throughout the United States.

This resolution commends the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on the celebration of its 150th anniversary and for the myriad contributions it has made to the health and well-being of animals nationwide and wished the best for continued success in the future.

FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No

SUPPORT: (Verified 4/27/16)

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (source)

OPPOSITION: (Verified 4/27/16)

None received

Prepared by: Karen Chow / SFA / (916) 651-1520

4/29/16 12:39:19

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ASSEMBLY THIRD READING

ATR Bill Id:ACR 150

Author:(Atkins)

As Introduced Ver:March 7, 2016

Majority vote

SUMMARY: Commends the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on its 150th anniversary and for the contributions it has made to the health and well-being of animals nationwide. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is celebrating its 150th anniversary on April 10, 2016, and it is appropriate at this time to highlight its many achievements as North America's first humane society and underscore the positive impact it has made throughout California and across the nation.
2. The ASPCA was founded by Henry Bergh in 1866 on the belief that protecting animals was an issue that crossed party lines and class boundaries.
3. Henry Bergh was motivated to act after witnessing the regular beating, abuse, and overworking of cart horses, he made a commanding moral and legal case to protect animals, and in so doing, persuaded prominent leaders of the time, including members of the Rockefeller family, to support him in enacting the first anti-cruelty law in the United States.
4. By 1888, the year Henry Bergh died, 37 of the country's then 38 states had passed animal anti-cruelty laws, today the ASPCA continues his legacy by working to enhance laws to protect animals by advocating nationally for the strongest possible protections for animals; helping animals in crisis by responding to requests for assistance by law enforcement and emergency response agencies around the country.
5. Since 2008, the ASPCA has provided $93 million in grants to various partners nationwide, including over $12.3 million to organizations throughout California in support of programs in line with its mission.
6. Since its founding, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has evolved into a dynamic voice for improving the quality of life for animals throughout the United States.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0002674

Date of Hearing: March 31, 2016

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES

Gordon, Chair

ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 150

Author:(Atkins) – As Introduced Ver:March 7, 2016

SUBJECT: American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

SUMMARY: Commends the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on its 150th anniversary and for the contributions it has made to the health and well-being of animals nationwide. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is celebrating its 150th anniversary on April 10, 2016, and it is appropriate at this time to highlight its many achievements as North America’s first humane society and underscore the positive impact it has made throughout California and across the nation.
2. The ASPCA was founded by Henry Bergh in 1866 on the belief that protecting animals was an issue that crossed party lines and class boundaries.
3. Henry Bergh was motivated to act after witnessing the regular beating, abuse, and overworking of cart horses, he made a commanding moral and legal case to protect animals, and in so doing, persuaded prominent leaders of the time, including members of the Rockefeller family, to support him in enacting the first anti-cruelty law in the United States.
4. By 1888, the year Henry Bergh died, 37 of the country’s then 38 states had passed animal anti-cruelty laws, today the ASPCA continues his legacy by working to enhance laws to protect animals by advocating nationally for the strongest possible protections for animals; helping animals in crisis by responding to requests for assistance by law enforcement and emergency response agencies around the country.
5. Since 2008, the ASPCA has provided $93 million in grants to various partners nationwide, including over $12.3 million to organizations throughout California in support of programs in line with its mission.
6. Since its founding, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has evolved into a dynamic voice for improving the quality of life for animals throughout the United States.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:

Support

None on file

Opposition

None on file

Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800