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MindieRose · 09-10-2008, 10:05 AM

I emailed my state rep regarding the proposed bill about breeding that was posted about on here last week. I got a response!!:

Thank you for the heads up on House Bill 6395. I have not been aware of this bill primarily because it has not gone through one of my committees and has not been raised as an agenda item on the House floor. Please also understand that how a bill is initially written and what it looks like when it reaches the House floor for a vote of the chamber can be dramatically different. After reading your very strong arguments, however, I will be opposing this legislation if it reaches me in its current form.

Thank you, again, for your comments.

Looking Forward and Up,

Representative Tom Pearce

73rd House District

Yorkiedaze · 09-10-2008, 10:10 AM

I would love to read your email as well. Thank you so much for helping all that you can.

Rae Rae · 09-10-2008, 10:13 AM

That's so awesome, not only that you wrote in about it, but that you were able to help someone see what is right!

MindieRose · 09-10-2008, 10:14 AM

Ok, I got a follow up from him just now! This is great news!

Mindie, as a follow-up, my office has contacted Representative Caul's staff and has verified that House Bill 6395 will not be pursued. Thank you.

Looking Forward and Up,

Representative Tom Pearce

73rd House District

T Doll · 09-10-2008, 10:39 AM

That is great news! Although, I must admit I am a bit lost as to what the bill is referring to

Can someone direct me to the thread that was posted last week?

ChantalB · 09-10-2008, 10:42 AM

GOOD JOB!!!

Nancy1999 · 09-10-2008, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by MindieRose

I emailed my state rep regarding the proposed bill about breeding that was posted about on here last week. I got a response!!:

Thank you for the heads up on House Bill 6395. I have not been aware of this bill primarily because it has not gone through one of my committees and has not been raised as an agenda item on the House floor. Please also understand that how a bill is initially written and what it looks like when it reaches the House floor for a vote of the chamber can be dramatically different. After reading your very strong arguments, however, I will be opposing this legislation if it reaches me in its current form.

Thank you, again, for your comments.

Looking Forward and Up,

Representative Tom Pearce

73rd House District

What was the bill, and what did you write? Great that you are involved!

Ashley V · 09-10-2008, 04:25 PM

What'd I miss?

latinaspark · 09-10-2008, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Ashley V

What'd I miss?

I don't know, but I think I missed it too?!

MindieRose · 09-10-2008, 07:30 PM

Sorry for the confusion, lol! Here is the thread about the bill:
Michigan Breeders-Very Important Info. PLEASE READ!

This is just part of the letter I sent him:

Dear Tom,

Today I was informed of this bill that is not only rediculous, but would hinder ethical dog breeders everywhere. I understand the problem with puppy mills and overcrowding in shelters, but MI House Bill 6395 isn't going to affect irresponsible breeding at all. Adding more laws and more tax, or licensing, is only allowing another foot in the door for further governmental control. This is an excerpt from what I read today:

If adopted, HB 6395 would:

Define anyone who sells or offers for sale more than two dogs per year, or more than one litter of dogs per year, as a "pet seller."
Mandate that those who qualify as pet sellers to acquire an annual pet seller license from their county animal control shelter at a cost of $200/year.
Require an applicant for a pet seller license to submit his or her fingerprints with a license application for a criminal history and FBI background check.
Give discretion to county animal control shelters to deny applications for pet seller licenses, regardless of outcome of background investigation.
Call for pet sellers to comply with administrative rules regarding housing that will be financially detrimental to responsible breeders who operate out of their homes

It would be harder to breed a dog than it would be to buy a handgun!! And to deny applications for pet seller licenses regardless of backround info? So animal control will now be allowed to discriminate based on...nothing?? Fingerprinting for a breeders licence?

This is a waste of time and money for the state to even consider.

sandybobb · 09-11-2008, 04:53 PM

Great job MindieRose. I wrote too, but didn't receive a response. glad to know it is not going to the floor!!!
Thanks for a job well done.

Wrenee4 · 09-26-2008, 08:19 PM

WONDERFUL news!!!

Saleswman · 09-26-2008, 08:27 PM

That sure says a lot about your passion for what is right!

Good job!

09-10-2008, 10:05 AM	#1
MindieRose YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 652	One voice can make a difference! I emailed my state rep regarding the proposed bill about breeding that was posted about on here last week. I got a response!!: Thank you for the heads up on House Bill 6395. I have not been aware of this bill primarily because it has not gone through one of my committees and has not been raised as an agenda item on the House floor. Please also understand that how a bill is initially written and what it looks like when it reaches the House floor for a vote of the chamber can be dramatically different. After reading your very strong arguments, however, I will be opposing this legislation if it reaches me in its current form. Thank you, again, for your comments. Looking Forward and Up, Representative Tom Pearce 73rd House District __________________ Proud Mommy of Gavin, Ethan, Morgan, Nia, Olivia, and Kiana. Also Mommy to Cleo(Maltipoo), Joe and Lola(Shih-Tzus), Lilly Appletini and Diesel(Yorkies).

09-10-2008, 10:10 AM	#2
Yorkiedaze My hairy-legged girls Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: lompoc, ca. Posts: 7,105	I would love to read your email as well. Thank you so much for helping all that you can. __________________ Trust no man in who's eye you do not see yourself reflected as an equal! Delsi, Zada Azrael Razael

09-10-2008, 10:13 AM	#3
Rae Rae YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 4,789	That's so awesome, not only that you wrote in about it, but that you were able to help someone see what is right! __________________ Owned by Rocky and Bella

09-10-2008, 10:14 AM	#4
MindieRose YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 652	Ok, I got a follow up from him just now! This is great news! Mindie, as a follow-up, my office has contacted Representative Caul's staff and has verified that House Bill 6395 will not be pursued. Thank you. Looking Forward and Up, Representative Tom Pearce 73rd House District __________________ Proud Mommy of Gavin, Ethan, Morgan, Nia, Olivia, and Kiana. Also Mommy to Cleo(Maltipoo), Joe and Lola(Shih-Tzus), Lilly Appletini and Diesel(Yorkies).

09-10-2008, 10:39 AM	#5
T Doll Mocha's Mommy Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 695	That is great news! Although, I must admit I am a bit lost as to what the bill is referring to Can someone direct me to the thread that was posted last week? __________________ ..::* Mommy loves her little Mocha Latté *::..

09-10-2008, 10:42 AM	#6
ChantalB Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 512	GOOD JOB!!! __________________ Me and my 5 Yorkies Lucy, Teddy, Mika, Tom Pouce, Astra. www.chantalyorkshireterriers.com

09-10-2008, 04:25 PM	#8
Ashley V YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Leesburg Posts: 1,483	What'd I miss? __________________ ~~ Chip ~~ Smokey ~*~ My heart is wrapped around their little paws

09-10-2008, 07:30 PM	#10
MindieRose YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 652	Sorry for the confusion, lol! Here is the thread about the bill: Michigan Breeders-Very Important Info. PLEASE READ! This is just part of the letter I sent him: Dear Tom, Today I was informed of this bill that is not only rediculous, but would hinder ethical dog breeders everywhere. I understand the problem with puppy mills and overcrowding in shelters, but MI House Bill 6395 isn't going to affect irresponsible breeding at all. Adding more laws and more tax, or licensing, is only allowing another foot in the door for further governmental control. This is an excerpt from what I read today: If adopted, HB 6395 would: Define anyone who sells or offers for sale more than two dogs per year, or more than one litter of dogs per year, as a "pet seller." Mandate that those who qualify as pet sellers to acquire an annual pet seller license from their county animal control shelter at a cost of $200/year. Require an applicant for a pet seller license to submit his or her fingerprints with a license application for a criminal history and FBI background check. Give discretion to county animal control shelters to deny applications for pet seller licenses, regardless of outcome of background investigation. Call for pet sellers to comply with administrative rules regarding housing that will be financially detrimental to responsible breeders who operate out of their homes It would be harder to breed a dog than it would be to buy a handgun!! And to deny applications for pet seller licenses regardless of backround info? So animal control will now be allowed to discriminate based on...nothing?? Fingerprinting for a breeders licence? This is a waste of time and money for the state to even consider. __________________ Proud Mommy of Gavin, Ethan, Morgan, Nia, Olivia, and Kiana. Also Mommy to Cleo(Maltipoo), Joe and Lola(Shih-Tzus), Lilly Appletini and Diesel(Yorkies).

09-11-2008, 04:53 PM	#11
sandybobb Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 67	Great job MindieRose. I wrote too, but didn't receive a response. glad to know it is not going to the floor!!! Thanks for a job well done.

09-26-2008, 08:19 PM	#12
Wrenee4 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,409	WONDERFUL news!!! __________________ ~Wendy~

09-26-2008, 08:27 PM	#13
Saleswman Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,581	Wow.......you are impressive.! That sure says a lot about your passion for what is right! Good job!