Humane Society Legislative Fund

Jeff Merkley with his daughter Brynne and dog Sadie: Courtesy the Merkley campaignAmong the laws passed during the special session last February was one which made attending a dogfight a felony. The bill, which helped the state’s canine population, also tuned into a political boon for Jeff Merkley when the Oregon Humane Society Legislative Fund endorsed his candidacy for the U.S. Senate.

"Jeff Merkley has been a champion in promoting common-sense policies to protect animals from cruelty and abuse," said Michael Markarian, president of the Humane Society Legislative Fund. "For Oregon voters who want a proven leader on animal welfare issues to represent the Democratic Party in the U.S. Senate race, it is critical that they nominate Jeff Merkley on the primary ballot."

Merkley’s own family includes a dog, Sadie.