“An Update on Animal Laws – Results of the 2025 Legislative Session,” will provide an overview of recent developments in animal law in Minnesota, with a focus on legislation passed during the current session. Featured speaker Aaron Zellhoefer, Minnesota State Director for Humane World for Animals (HWA), will share insights from his work advocating for animal welfare policies, including recent efforts to ban fur sales, enhance protections for research animals, and promote broader animal rights initiatives. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how state-level advocacy intersects with national priorities to advance a more humane society.