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PAWS Update
To view the full text of the bill, click
the links below:
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 S.B.
1139
H.R.
2669
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The proposed
Pet Animal Welfare Statute of 2005
(PAWS) legislation is a matter of concern to the American Federation
of Aviculture and its members.
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There is language in PAWS that is
disturbing and could have consequences to aviculture.
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AFA is investigating the Congressional
intent of the language to see if opportunities exist to revise the
language to reflect the true intent of the bill's sponsors.
In the absence of an AFA Legislative Vice
President at this time, we have solicited Gary Lilienthal (AFA General
Counsel) to inquire into the matter. Mr. Lilienthal has agreed to do so
and will report back as soon as possible recommending a course of action.
In the meantime, we are actively evaluating candidates to the fill the
role of AFA Legislative Vice President.
Upon receipt of the report from Mr.
Lilienthal, we will recommend an appropriate course of action for our
members. Check back on this website frequently for updates.
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