June is going to be a turning point for the HR/AB 1634 bill in California
June is going to be a turning point for the HR/AB 1634 bill in
California. (the mandatory spay neuter bill) The bill takes fewer
votes to pass in the Senate, as there are fewer members.
Unless we all, and I mean that WE all, USA members, sporting dogs
groups, AKC groups join this fight somehow, dog companionship as we
know it will change, drastically. The proponents of this bill know,
that if they can get it passed in California, it will be an easier
fight in other states, so this is not isolated to California.
There is also pending legislation proposed by the backers of 1634, to
change the status of pet ownership. Dogs are considered personal
property, if the State can change that, it means that 1634 wont be
needed, and the city county or state can just come take them. Chew on
that.
We have asked here and on other blogs for people from USA to join the
campaign For Fran Pavely in so. Cal, USA members have not responded.
AKC groups gave what they could. We are now asking that since we cant
get people on the ground, to please watch, and support Pet Pac in
California. This group has a great legislative and educational
program, and we will all benefit by helping Pet Pac. Give support for
what you can, or as a club, BUT we all have to participate.
The General Education Committee and the Legislative sub committee are
watching several fights in the country. And trying to Rally support.
There is anti breed legislation pending in Ohio, and if you think it
won't come to any thing, a town in South Dakota passed a law also
banning German Shepherds with the Pit Bulls. Colorado towns have
started the same legislation.
So, what we are trying to emphasize, is, don't sit back thinking it
wont happen to you, because it just might.
Mike Gardner
