Based on scientific evidence, VA presumes that B cell leukemias, Parkinson's disease, and ischemic heart disease were caused by military service for Veterans who were exposed to certain herbicides while they were serving in the military.
In 38 states, dog racing is illegal. In five states (Colorado, Connecticut, Kansas, Oregon and Wisconsin), there are no longer any open dog tracks or live racing, but no legislation has been passed to ban the sport. That leaves seven states in which commercial dog racing remains legal and active.
Explained: Why NSW is banning greyhound racing. New South Wales is set to be the first Australian state to ban greyhound racing, after an inquiry found overwhelming evidence of systemic animal cruelty, including mass greyhound killings and live baiting.