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Cheers to CT General Assembly for banning balloon releases to protect marine life

Friends of Animals is applauding the CT General Assembly for stepping up and protecting the state’s beloved marine life by passing legislation Tuesday night that bans the release of lighter-than-air- balloons. This makes Connecticut the sixth state to ban balloon releases. “The seabirds, turtles, other marine life, as well as the human residents of Connecticut, […]

News on May 6, 2026

Cheers to CT General Assembly for banning balloon releases to protect marine life

News on May 6, 2026

Houston officers rescue dog left in hot car

News on May 1, 2026

FoA intervenes to stop Canada geese killing scheme in Buffalo

News on April 28, 2026

Jeers: New bureau charged with leasing ocean floor and protecting it, too

News on April 27, 2026

Friends of Animals is on the side of trees every day

News on April 24, 2026

CHEERS to CT Senate for passing bill that bans balloon releases

News on April 22, 2026