Portland, Oregon bans foie gras in historic city council vote
Portland, Oregon city council voted to ban the sale of foie gras, following years of campaigning by local and national advocates. The efforts were led by Pro-Animal Future, and closely supported by Animal Equality and other animal protection groups. The ban will take effect in six months, and violators could face up to $5,000 in fines.
Made by force-feeding ducks and geese through metal tubes, foie gras continues to face growing opposition worldwide.
The practice is banned in more than 20 countries, and in the U.S., including California, New York City, Pittsburgh, and Brookline, Massachusetts, signaling growing public opposition to one of the food industry’s cruelest practices.
Brazil is also on the verge of a nationwide ban, following years of advocacy by Animal Equality.
How years of advocacy led to Portland’s foie gras ban
Animal Equality spearheaded efforts for the ban in 2021, alongside other animal protection groups, as part of a broader push to change local and state legislation.
Organizations and advocates played key roles in refining the legislation, mobilizing turnout for hearings and local testimony. At the final vote, councilors approved it 7-5.
From city ordinances to national law, Animal Equality is working to end the cruel force-feeding of ducks and geese. If you would like to see your city or state end the sale of foie gras, sign our petition.
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