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We Want Truth in Fur Labeling!
Target: House of RepresentativesSponsored by: Care2
The Fur Products Labeling Act requires that any garment made of fur list the type of animals used and the country in which the animals were killed.
However, a loophole in the law exempts garments made with up to $150 worth of fur from being labeled.
This is bad news for consumers because without proper labeling, they don't know whether a product contains real fur or faux fur particularly when today's processing techniques can make it nearly impossible for a person to tell the difference.
And its not just scrapsanimals are killed specifically for fur trim, which is commonly exempt under the loophole. Whats more, with rabbit pelts valued at as little as $5, an unlabeled garment can easily contain fur from multiple animals.
U.S. Representatives Mike Ferguson (R-NJ) and Jim Moran (D-VA) have introduced H.R. 4904, The Truth in Fur Labeling Act of 2006, which would close this loophole. This bill would also be an added layer of protection against any illegal dog and cat fur coming into the country as trim on unlabeled garments.
Help give consumers the right to make informed choices about whether or not to wear fur. Join the Humane Society of the United States in urging your representatives to co-sponsor the Truth in Fur Labeling Act!
This is bad news for consumers because without proper labeling, they don't know whether a product contains real fur or faux fur particularly when today's processing techniques can make it nearly impossible for a person to tell the difference.
And its not just scrapsanimals are killed specifically for fur trim, which is commonly exempt under the loophole. Whats more, with rabbit pelts valued at as little as $5, an unlabeled garment can easily contain fur from multiple animals.
U.S. Representatives Mike Ferguson (R-NJ) and Jim Moran (D-VA) have introduced H.R. 4904, The Truth in Fur Labeling Act of 2006, which would close this loophole. This bill would also be an added layer of protection against any illegal dog and cat fur coming into the country as trim on unlabeled garments.
Help give consumers the right to make informed choices about whether or not to wear fur. Join the Humane Society of the United States in urging your representatives to co-sponsor the Truth in Fur Labeling Act!
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8:26 pm PDT, Jul 27,
Lisa White, Rhode Island
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Carmen Orellana Tarwe, Mexico
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Sqwonky ..., North Carolina
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Donna Gibson, Texas
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Darian Renee, Idaho
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4:16 pm PDT, Jul 27,
Jason Abbey, Georgia
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3:30 pm PDT, Jul 27,
Shana Lee, Missouri
I want to know what my clothing contains, no matter what I pay. I want to know what everything I buy contains, no matter what I pay. Consumer rights, anyone?
I want to know what my clothing contains, no matter what I pay. I want to know what everything I buy contains, no matter what I pay. Consumer rights, anyone?
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2:18 pm PDT, Jul 27,
Name not displayed, Florida
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Klaudio Negric, Croatia
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1:45 pm PDT, Jul 27,
Ashley Abbey, Georgia
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1:13 pm PDT, Jul 27,
Francisco Martinez, California
We don't need fur the animals do is theirs to be in their body
We don't need fur the animals do is theirs to be in their body
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1:12 pm PDT, Jul 27,
Ginger Williams, Illinois
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Vanessa Van Slyck, Virginia
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11:15 am PDT, Jul 27,
TK Farley, North Carolina
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11:10 am PDT, Jul 27,
Pat Luiz, California
STOP cruel animal torture!
STOP cruel animal torture!
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11:08 am PDT, Jul 27,
Sherri Dillavou, Illinois
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10:40 am PDT, Jul 27,
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Teresa Sabo-sturm, California
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Kelie Glennon, Massachusetts
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Kim Rosellon, New York
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Sam Ahmed, United Kingdom
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Michelle Willis, Australia
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Candace Penner, California
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Dave Badger, California
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Debra Ellerman, Indiana
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Amy Harmon, Indiana
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Name not displayed, California
Animals are NOT for making money off of. They are not fashion accessories. They are not for making coats out of. And they are definitely not supposed to live in cramped cages in fur mills. They are for no human purpose other than to live in the wild and live out THEIR OWN LIVES. What would you do if someone came into your home and wanted to make a belt out of your child for a fashion show? It's the same thing when you uselessly slaughter an animal for making clothing.
Animals are NOT for making money off of. They are not fashion accessories. They are not for making coats out of. And they are definitely not supposed to live in cramped cages in fur mills. They are for no human purpose other than to live in the wild and live out THEIR OWN LIVES. What would you do if someone came into your home and wanted to make a belt out of your child for a fashion show? It's the same thing when you uselessly slaughter an animal for making clothing.
# 49,323:
7:52 pm PDT, Jul 26,
AMY BEGLEY, Kentucky
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7:02 pm PDT, Jul 26,
Karyn Keyes, California
# 49,321:
6:25 pm PDT, Jul 26,
Jim Blake, Florida
Some butchers will do anything to make a couple of extra pennies.
Some butchers will do anything to make a couple of extra pennies.
# 49,320:
5:46 pm PDT, Jul 26,
Elizabeth Arsenault, Florida
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5:28 pm PDT, Jul 26,
Jill Kraut, California
I have a right to know what I am thinking of purchasing. I will never buy anything that not faux fur and I need labeling to substantiate that.
I have a right to know what I am thinking of purchasing. I will never buy anything that not faux fur and I need labeling to substantiate that.
# 49,318:
4:54 pm PDT, Jul 26,
Amber Peiffer, Tennessee
FUR IS MURDER!!! FUR IS DISGUSTING!!!! I wanna know what im wearing also! peta2.com
FUR IS MURDER!!! FUR IS DISGUSTING!!!! I wanna know what im wearing also! peta2.com
# 49,317:
4:13 pm PDT, Jul 26,
Lynn Toombs, Texas
Consumers have a right to know exactly what they are buying. Today's fake fur looks just like real fur. Some of us Americans are strictly against the killing of animals for fashion. I have a right to know if there is even one little piece of real fur on an item I may considering to purchase.
Consumers have a right to know exactly what they are buying. Today's fake fur looks just like real fur. Some of us Americans are strictly against the killing of animals for fashion. I have a right to know if there is even one little piece of real fur on an item I may considering to purchase.
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Heather Spears, Kentucky
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Rebecca Bratburd, Missouri
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Yvonne Ladd, Michigan
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Ms Phoenix, Nevada
From THE PHOENIX; I have already command you to cease this atrocity. You have sealed your own fate. To you and yours I WILL the horrendous hardships and devastation. Just ask the "White House" Bushes. Mrs Bush now has skin cancer and Mr Bush has polps up his ass. They too were for warned regarding Florida's Manatees. Have a good Day! PROMISES...666
From THE PHOENIX; I have already command you to cease this atrocity. You have sealed your own fate. To you and yours I WILL the horrendous hardships and devastation. Just ask the "White House" Bushes. Mrs Bush now has skin cancer and Mr Bush has polps up his ass. They too were for warned regarding Florida's Manatees. Have a good Day! PROMISES...666
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Ross Lane, United Kingdom
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David Gies, Michigan
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Maria Del Pilar Rodrigo, Argentina
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Shawna A, California
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MariaElena Raymond, California
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11:32 pm PDT, Jul 25,
Lisa Hickey, Illinois
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11:19 pm PDT, Jul 25,
Rebecca Stover, Alabama
I want to know where what I wear comes from!
I want to know where what I wear comes from!
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Ginger Hartman, Ohio
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Jan Sokolovits, South Dakota
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Doddie Amella, New Jersey
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6:21 pm PDT, Jul 25,
Alf Alien, Australia
Fur is murder!
Fur is murder!