There has never been a more critical moment for our food system.

And in government bodies and legislatures across America, there has never been more attention focused on the challenges our food system faces—from animal suffering to environmental destruction, social injustice to dishonest food labels, antibiotic resistance to pandemic risk.

We know that building a future of food that is compassionate to animals, regenerative for our planet, fair to communities and workers, and trustworthy for consumers will require transformative change. That’s why, in addition to food companies stepping up and meeting demand for higher welfare practices, we also need robust public policy at every level of government to drive the shift away from factory farming, towards a resilient food system that is kinder and more sustainable for animals, people, and the planet.

Whether it’s petitioning federal agencies, contacting legislators, or supporting critical ballot initiatives, Compassion USA rallies animal advocates, conscious consumers, planet protectors, and concerned citizens from all walks of life to call for a food system that works for everyone. Through strategic action online and on the ground, we work to advance smart policies to end cruel factory farming practices; combat the climate crisis; secure justice for communities, farmers, and workers; protect cherished habitats and wildlife; and build a better food future for families across the country.

Further progress is on the march with nine states from coast to coast passing crucial legislation to eliminate cruel cage confinement for egg-laying hens—widely considered one of the worst-of-the-worst factory farming practices. Even better, many of those states have also banned the sale of out-of-state products from caged hens, meaning these laws will benefit birds across the nation.