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Author: Lisa Radov

Lisa Radov has been passionate about helping animals since she was eight years old when she embarked on her first fundraising campaign to help stop the slaughter of baby harp seals in Canada. Lisa has a B.A. in International Relations from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA in Marketing and Advertising from the Tulane University A.B. Freeman School of Business. She was the Owner and Director of Marketing at Gebco Insurance Associates, Inc. from 1986- 2016 and is a Certified Yoga Instructor. Currently, Lisa serves on the Mayor’s Anti - Animal Abuse Commission. She is committed to stopping all forms of abuse as there is a documented link “The Link” between animal abuse, child abuse, elder abuse, and domestic abuse. Lisa volunteers as a Cat Cuddler at the MDSPCA as well as for Pets on Wheels. She is a board member of Civic Works and Common Cause. A lover of all animals, Lisa has rescued two dogs, four pet lab rats, six cats, two hamsters, and two guinea pigs. A mother of four, Lisa has chaired fundraising campaigns and been an active board member of the Parents' Associations at her children's schools. She became politically active in animal issues when her youngest child started volunteering at the shelter where they adopted their two cats. Lisa is dedicated to passing laws that will make Maryland a leader in the humane treatment of all animals - companion, farm, and wildlife.
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March 6, 2024 Lisa Radov

No family should have to choose between their pets and a home.

SUPPORT: Housing and Community Development – Pets in Housing Developments – HB 1179 This bill would prohibit an owner or agent of an owner of a housing development that on

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September 26, 2022 Lisa Radov

Four New Laws to Protect Animals Take Effect October 1st!

Cat Declaw Prohibition (SB67/HB22) Senator Cheryl Kagan/Delegate Lorig Charkoudian Maryland becomes the second state to ban this cruel and painful procedure except in medically necessary circumstances that involve the health of

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April 22, 2022 Lisa Radov

Governor Hogan Signs Four Animals Bills!

‘A Legacy Year’ for Animal Welfare Laws in Annapolis, Advocates Say

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April 14, 2022 Lisa Radov

Gimme Five! Five Animal Bills Pass The Maryland General Assembly in 2022

Five Animal Bills Pass the Maryland General Assembly in 2022 Thanks to YOU, our dedicated team of advocates, organizations, and legislators, 2022 was a HISTORIC year for animals in Maryland!

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January 11, 2022 Lisa Radov

MD SPCA Honors Lisa Radov with William Woodward Award

MD SPCA Honors Lisa Radov with William Woodward Award The Maryland SPCA is proud to announce that animal advocate Lisa Radov has won our William Woodward Award. Her advocacy has

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December 13, 2021 Lisa Radov

The Maryland General Assembly Session Opens on January 12, 2022

The 2022 Legislative Session will be a hybrid. Unlike last year’s totally virtual format, buildings will be open to the public, with virtual committee hearings in the House for the

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September 27, 2021 Lisa Radov

October 1st Means New Laws to Protect Animals in Maryland!

-Banning Balloon Releases (SB 716/ HB 391) sponsored by Senator Mary Beth Carozza and Delegate Wayne Hartman prohibits organizing or participating in a mass balloon release. This bill, which would

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September 14, 2021 Lisa Radov

Maryland Joins States Banning Banning Wildlife Killing Contests

As of July 1st, Wildlife Killing Contests simply for prizes or money are prohibited in Maryland. Kudos to The Humane Society of the United States for conducting investigations into these

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April 13, 2021 Lisa Radov

Maryland’s Unfinished Agenda for Animals Advances in 2021!

The 2021 Session was historic as it was conducted in a virtual format.  While the halls of Annapolis legislative chambers were quiet except for legislators and their staff, the usual

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February 1, 2021 Lisa Radov

Gear Up for Our Week of Action with The Humane Society of The United States

Week of Action for Animals February 8,  2021: Thank you so much to everyone who joined us Tuesday night for our first ever virtual Humane Lobby Day event! We were

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January 30, 2021 Lisa Radov

Our 2021 Unfinished Agenda for Animals – Maryland Matters

Opinion: There’s Unfinished Business on Animal Welfare Legislation

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January 27, 2021 Lisa Radov

Action Needed: Protect Unattended Dogs in Extreme Weather!

URGENT! Contact the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee and urge them to vote YES on SB122, ensuring dogs left outside in extreme weather have access to shelter. You can find your

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December 16, 2020 Lisa Radov

Maryland General Assembly Convenes Facing COVID Challenges on January 13, 2021 

Maryland Votes for Animals 2021 Legislative Preview The Maryland General Assembly continues to face challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Maryland Constitution requires that the legislators be present in

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September 14, 2020 Lisa Radov

Movement to End Wildlife Killing Contests Heats Up!

Washington joins Arizona, California, Colorado, Massachusetts, New Mexico and Vermont to become the seventh state to outlaw wildlife killing contests. Maryland Votes For Animals and The Humane Society of the United States

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May 6, 2020 Lisa Radov

Anne Arundel County Residents: Stop County Executive’s Proposed Unprecedented Spring Deer Hunting Season During Their Birthing Time

Friends, our deer are in serious trouble needing your voice now. Please call Anne Arundel County Executive, Mr. Steuart Pittman’s office at 410-222-1821. Tell his staff you oppose his plan

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April 13, 2020 Lisa Radov

COVID-19 is NOT a Valid Excuse to Support Puppy Mills!

We hope that other states follow Maryland’s lead in passing legislation to prohibit the sale of puppies and kittens in pet stores. Thanks to Governor Larry Hogan for signing the

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March 23, 2020 Lisa Radov

Maryland Stands Up for Wildlife and Bans Chlorpyrifos – 2020 Session Recap

The 2020 Legislative Session ended at 5:00 pm on March 18, 2020, a decision in Maryland’s history that had not happened since the Civil War. Many emergency bills passed in the

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March 15, 2020 Lisa Radov

Animal Bills May Stall as Maryland General Assembly Ends Early

Animal legislation has been getting strong support in 2020 from Maryland’s lawmakers. However, even after passing in their respective chambers, most of these bills will not have time to cross

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February 8, 2020 Lisa Radov

Huge Win for Maryland!

A federal judge has dismissed a court challenge to Maryland’s law passed in 2018 prohibiting the sales of puppies and kittens in pet stores. “Protecting consumers, reducing financial support for

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December 8, 2019 Lisa Radov

Maryland General Assembly Session Convenes on January 8, 2020 

Maryland Votes for Animals 2020 Legislative Preview The 2020 Session opens with new leadership in the House under Speaker Adrienne Jones and the Senate under President Bill Ferguson. With changes

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