AB241 and Governor's Veto

All the talk this morning seems to be about whether the legislature will override the Governor's veto.

I think there are many things worth worrying about relative to the California system of government. But this would be low on my list. The last time the legislature overrode a Governor's veto was in 1979. Nava, HSUS and crew will have to start over.

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GOVERNOR'S VETO MESSAGE ON AB241

To the Members of the California State Assembly: 

I am returning Assembly Bill 241 without my signature.

This measure would make it a crime for any person or entity to own or control more than 50 unsterilized adult dogs or cats for breeding or raising for sale as pets. I support measures designed to prevent animal cruelty and that punish persons engaged in the abuse of animals. However, this measure simply goes too far in an attempt to address the serious problem of puppy mills. An arbitrary cap on the number of animals any entity can possess throughout the state will not end unlawful, inhumane breeding practices. Instead this measure has the potential to criminalize the lawful activities of reputable breeders, pet stores, kennels, and charitable organizations engaged in raising service and assistance dogs.

For these reasons, I am unable to sign this bill. 

Sincerely,

Arnold Schwarzenegger

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AB 241 Vetoed By Governor

Assembly Bill 241 (Nava - D) was vetoed today by Governor Schwarzenegger. AB 241, which the supporters liked to call the Puppy Mill Bill would have limited the number of dogs that could be owned to 50 at one time. The bill counted 4 month old puppies as adult dogs. This would have meant that Canine Companions for Independence and Guild Dogs For The Blind could not have effectively continued their breeding programs. It would have also meant that responsible breeders, who stay on puppies that have placed as a co-owner so they always keep track of their dogs, would have been in violation of the law.

We are pleased to see the Governor did not sign this bill given its many deficiencies.

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