SB 313, also known as the Circus Cruelty Prevention Act, has finally reached one of its last remaining hurdles! The bill is headed to the Assembly Floor for a final vote and, if passed, will then move to the desk of Governor Newsom to be signed into law!

Once enacted, SB 313—which was introduced by Sen. Ben Hueso (D-San Diego)—would ban circus animal acts throughout California. Your help is urgently needed to ensure SB 313 passes its final vote on the Assembly Floor!

California Residents: Help end circus cruelty!

Contact your assembly member and respectfully urge them to vote YES on SB 313! Click here to locate your assembly member. You may use the following sample script when drafting your email. *Please note: this action is for California residents only.

Dear Assemblymember [Name]:

As your constituent, I am writing to respectfully urge your support for SB 313, the Circus Cruelty Prevention Act. This legislation is crucial for promoting animal welfare in California. Wild and exotic animals used in circuses experience horrific abuse and mistreatment, including cruel training methods, and constant confinement. California is a leader in safeguarding the rights and welfare of animals. I ask that you support SB 313 to ban the use of wild and exotic animals in circuses.

Kindest regards, 

[Your name and contact info]

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