Monthly Archives: May 2011

The Gavel Fell on the Texas 2011 Legislative Session: The Status of Animal Legislation

Posted on May 31, 2011 by ZEditor

May 31, 2011 The regular session of the 2011 Texas Legislature ended on May 30, 2011. Despite the legislators being in a Special Session commencing May 31, 2011, pending animal legislation will not be addressed. Here is the status of … Continue reading →

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HB 1451 (Breeder Bill) Amendments & HB 963 Passes (Cruelty Seizures)

Posted on May 25, 2011 by ZEditor

HB 1451 Amendments (Breeder Bill) The much anticipated amendments that were received on the Senate Floor Monday evening are now out. The highlights with analysis are below: 1. The law applies to someone who “sells or exchanges, or offers to … Continue reading →

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Texas Legislature on the Move: Breeder Bill Passes & More.

Posted on May 23, 2011 by ZEditor

Monday Evening, May 23, 2011. HB 1451. Well, the Senators have been busy. This is a quick update on the latest news from Austin. Earlier this evening (May 23, 2011), the Senate voted on HB 1451 and it passed 22-9. … Continue reading →

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HB 963 (Cruelty Seizures): Needs Amendments

Posted on May 21, 2011 by ZEditor

A Message from Zandra, Anderson, Texas Dog Lawyer and Founder of Texas Dog Commission The government can take your animals without a jury trial from the outset (now only a hearing)  so your barks and howls are needed! This is … Continue reading →

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What’s Dead & What’s Still Alive: 2011 Legislative Update

Posted on May 9, 2011 by ZEditor

What’s Dead & What’s Still Alive: 2011 Legislative Update There were well over thirty bills dealing with animals this legislative session. Most have not survived. This is a nutshell analysis of what is dead and what still has life. Just … Continue reading →

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