Abuse of animals.
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Official record
Public statements
Last checked Aug 9, 1:10 AM
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker states they found no significant reason or justification for increasing the penalty further and views the bill as disrespectful to domestic violence victims.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker argues that current penalties are too low for dog fighting cases where individuals evade law enforcement, and supports the provision allowing animal control officers to rescue abused animals.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker believes there is no substantial evidence that this issue is a major problem in the state and considers it a solution to a non-existent problem.
H49, S15
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker cites the high financial cost of training police dogs and incidents where they are destroyed, arguing that stronger legislation is needed to address animal cruelty's impact.
H22
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker expresses concern over unintended consequences where animal control officers might misunderstand situations involving large farm animals, potentially leading to wrongful arrests for farmers.
H56
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker is concerned that the bill's penalties may be too severe compared to domestic violence and worries about placing non-certified animal control officers in situations requiring certified police authority.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it specifically targets repeat offenders of dog and cock fighting as a felony without changing penalties for other animal cruelty cases or police dogs.
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Wyoming roll calls
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Official activity
Changes
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Withdrawn 3rd reading by SHEPPERSON
Failed Committee of the Whole by SHEPPERSON
Adopted Standing Committee by H07