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Groups File Opening Briefs in LCFS Biogas Lawsuit
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Groups File Opening Briefs in LCFS Biogas Lawsuit
ALDF, as part of a coalition, filed an opening brief in a case to force California’s Air Resources Board to reform its Low Carbon Fuel Standard.September 29, 2026 Press Release -
Legislation to End the Use of Dogs and Cats in Laboratory Testing
ALDF supports the COMPACT Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation that would help bring an end to the abuse of companion animals in laboratory research.September 29, 2026 Commentary -
Cascade County, Montana, Selected for Animal Cruelty Response and Prevention Program
The launch of the program includes a community survey to help the program address animal cruelty and support abuse prevention in Cascade CountySeptember 15, 2026 Press Release -
From Peril to Sanctuary: Toby the Chimpanzee’s Story
Toby spent more than 30 years without ever seeing another chimpanzee. Here's how he found a fresh start — and a happy new sanctuary home.August 3, 2026 Article
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Challenging Texas’ Unconstitutional Label Censorship Law
Turtle Island Foods v. Abbott
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Challenging the Treatment of Captive Animals at Olympic Game Farm
Animal Legal Defense Fund v. Olympic Game Farm
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Challenging the USDA to Provide FOIA Documents Related to the Beef Checkoff Program
ALDF v. USDA and AMS
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