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Idaho Senate Pushes for Dogfighting Ban

January 14, 2008 : 12:40 PM
A Senate committee has given initial approval to a bill that would make dogfighting a felony in Idaho, and attending a dog fight a misdemeanor. Republican Sen. Brad Little from Emmett introduced the bill on Friday, January 11.

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January 21, 2008 at 6:48 PM
posted by: traciodo
To show your support contact your lawmakers. Let them know that there are people in their respective districts that support the legislation. The following link will show you who to call, write, etc.

www.legislature.idaho.gov/howtocontactlegislators.htm

Also, you can sign the IDAHO STOP petition at: http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/cruelty-to-animals-statute-in-idaho-must-be-changed-to-a-felony
  
January 15, 2008 at 7:58 PM
posted by: North
I think this crime should be punishable with the highest degree of penalty poosible. That is, a felony offense is slp on the wrist. Better then nothing.
  
January 15, 2008 at 7:56 PM
posted by: North
How can i help in the Bill to STOP DOG FIGHTING in Idaho. Everywhere for that matter.
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