East Bay Animal PAC Endorses John Bauters for Alameda County Supervisor — District 5

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The East Bay Animal PAC is proud to endorse former Emeryville mayor and current councilmember John Bauters for Alameda County Supervisor, District 5.

Over and over again, John has demonstrated his commitment to animals:

• Emeryville Pollinator & Biodiversity Program
  • Introduced ordinances to ban harmful pesticides, restrict rodenticides, and promote wildflowering for a safer habitat for bees and birds.
• Bird-Safe Building Design Guidelines:
  • Proposed and secured unanimous approval for guidelines ensuring bird safety in building design, including bird-safe glass and lighting requirements.
• Southern Sea Otter Reintroduction:
  • Advocated for the reintroduction of Southern Sea Otters to the Bay Area, partnering with the US Fish & Wildlife Services.
• Animal Testing Advocacy:
  • Collaborated with BioCom California to urge the FDA to modernize testing standards, supporting efforts for the FDA Modernization Act 3.0.
• Opposition to Animal Testing Facility:
  • Opposed a vivarium proposal for animal testing in Alameda, preventing the approval of Science Corp’s lease for public property.
• Wildlife Rescue and Volunteering:
  • Actively involved in wildlife rescue efforts, referring injured animals to Lindsay Wildlife and assisting in rescues, such as a turkey vulture.
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• Owl House Volunteer:
  • Volunteers as an Owl House builder, creating safe spaces for predatory birds and donating houses to organizations like Marin WildCare.
• Rescue Dog Month Celebration:
  • Celebrated Rescue Dog Month at City Hall, partnering with Rocket Dog Rescue, offering to pay adoption fees for families adopting dogs.
• Pet-Friendly City Designation:
  • Successfully worked to get Emeryville designated as a Pet-Friendly City by Better Cities for Pets, emphasizing park updates and new dog parks.
• Napa Fires Volunteer Efforts:
  • Volunteered with Napa CART during the Napa Fires, assisting in rescuing and relocating hundreds of horses affected by toxic wildfire conditions.
• Emeryville Shoreline Cleanup:
  • Actively participated in every Emeryville Shoreline cleanup event since 2012, contributing to local environmental efforts.

We are proud to endorse him and wish him all the best!

East Bay Animal PAC Endorses Jesse Arreguin and Dan Kalb for California Senate

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It’s election season! East Bay Animal PAC is pleased to announce the following endorsements for the race in State Senate District 7. Dan Kalb and Jesse Arreguin are powerful voices and advocates for the animals. East Bay Animal PAC deeply appreciates their efforts and is proud to support these extraordinary candidates! Keep an eye out for further endorsements and JOIN East Bay Animal PAC TODAY to be a voice for compassion and support animal-friendly candidates and causes!

Vote for Animal-Friendly Candidates in June Elections

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The East Bay Animal PAC is proud to endorse the following candidates in the June 2022 elections:

*Rebecca Kaplan, Alameda County Supervisor, District 3
*Mia Bonta, California State Assembly, District 18
*Aisha Wahab, California State Senate, District 10
*Alex Lee, California State Assembly, District 24
*Yesenia Sanchez, Alameda County Sheriff
*Kate Harrison, Berkeley City Council (early endorsement)

Thanks to all the candidates who completed our questionnaire and participated in our interview process. We so appreciate your responsive answers and thoughtful engagement during the Q&A. We were truly impressed with the quality of people of running for office.

East Bay Animal PAC Endorses Mia Bonta

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Those of you in California in the 18th Assembly District, you may know we had a special general election. After interviewing the two leading candidates and vetting their questionnaire responses, The East Bay Animal PAC was thrilled to announce our endorsement of Mia Bonta. 

The good news is Mia won, and we’re so pleased! Don’t forget to join other East Bay Animal PAC members in helping to elect animal-friendly candidates! Become a member today!

For the animals,
The East Bay Animal PAC Board

Supporting Prop 12 in Oakland

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Last week, the Oakland City Council unanimously passed a resolution calling for companies to immediately begin coming into compliance with California’s Proposition 12. This resolution urges food corporations with locations in Oakland to implement the requirements of the ballot initiative as soon as possible by only selling eggs, pork and veal from cage-free facilities. 

In 2018, California voters passed Proposition 12 with a landslide margin. Proposition 12 ensures that calves used for veal, mother pigs and egg-laying hens aren’t locked in tiny cages. By the end of 2021, eggs sold in the state must come from birds in cage-free housing systems, and pork cannot come from facilities that use cramped cages for mother pigs. (California’s ban on confining calves used for veal went into effect on January 1, 2020). California’s historic law paved the way for other states to ban certain methods of extreme confinement for farm animals, including Colorado, Oregon, Washington, Michigan and Utah.

Since Proposition 12’s deadline for eggs and pork is rapidly approaching, this resolution will help corporations start coming into compliance with the law now. A chaotic rush in the final weeks of 2021 would put companies at risk of not having enough product. Being in compliance prior to the last possible date will ensure a smooth transition for retailers, keep costs down for consumers, and help suppliers plan ahead.

Proposition 12 is part of a nationwide push to end factory farming abuses. By passing this resolution, the Oakland City Council demonstrated that the city is in support of the local benefits of Proposition 12, including food safety, public health, and the promotion of the humane treatment of animals.  

The passage of this resolution was celebrated by residents throughout Oakland! East Bay Animal PAC, along with Oaklanders, are grateful for Councilmember Dan Kalb and the Oakland City Council for sending a strong message that Oakland is committed to preventing animal cruelty.