Not to put too fine a point on it, but, for me personally, it isn't so much about aping some of the commercial breeders views. It's more about whether these new laws really can/do address the problem better than current laws on the books. Also, a responsible breeder being opposed to parts of a bill is quite different from a miller being opposed to the very idea of a bill. The millers know they would be adversely affected by even the most narrowly focused bill. New or existing, a law is only as good as its enforcement. I posted a link earlier about Indiana's budget deficit and wondered whether it could afford the new law, if it were to be enforced. Most all states are in the same financial crunch so I have to ask myself if these new laws will be effective or will they just make it 'seem' like something is being done. Most breeders here (on this thread) have stated they would like to see stiffer penalties and better enforcement of existing laws. It may not be ideal to everyone but may be the most doable thing. |