Stan Cooper
S14
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker reviewed the amendments with the bill's sponsor and concluded that the changes are acceptable while preserving the original intent of the legislation.
Predator ownership.
In one sentence
Not clearly identified in the stored source.
No additional limitations are listed.
Official record
Summary for LSO115 Bill No.: SF0063 Effective : [BillEffectiveDate_RO] LSO No.: 15LSO-0061 Enrolled Act No.: SEA Chapter No.: [Chapter Number_RO] Prime Sponsor: Anderson, J.D. (SD02) Catch Title: Predator ownership. Subject: Ownership of predatory animals. Summary/Major Elements: This bill prohibits a person from owning a living predator unless the person has obtained a permit. The bill provides a penalty for owning a predator without a permi t and provides a definition of “predator.” NOTE: Final action on this bill was not taken at the time this summary was prepared. Should changes be made to the bill upon final passage, an updated summary will be prepared and placed upon the legislative website at www.legisweb.gov . A packet of updated summaries will be sent to all legislators after the time for any veto has expired (fifteen days after adjournment). The above summary is not an official publication of the Wyoming Legislature and is not an official statement of legislative intent. While the Legislative Service Office endeavored to provide accurate information in this summary, it should not be relied upon as a comprehensive abstract of the bill.
Public statements
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S14
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker reviewed the amendments with the bill's sponsor and concluded that the changes are acceptable while preserving the original intent of the legislation.
R · S30
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker believes the amendments are too extensive without sufficient explanation of how they affect predator definitions, suggesting a negative vote is necessary until clarity is obtained.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker explains that the amendments clarified issues regarding stray cats by specifying which animals are appropriate for adoption without altering existing statutory definitions, and urges a vote in favor after discussions with the other chamber.
R · H03
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker stated the rules were made optional because rulemaking is costly and time-consuming, allowing the department to determine if a threat actually exists before imposing regulations.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker states that health and safety are the highest priorities for legislation, which is why he supports this bill dealing with predator ownership risks.
Wyoming roll calls
6 roll calls
Official activity
Changes
3 stored
Corrected, Adopted 3rd reading by Barlow
Adopted Standing Committee by HTravel
Adopted Committee of the Whole by Anderson, J.D. (SD02)