by mhessenberger | May 24, 2019 | Paws Up/Paws Down
May 15, 2019Paws Down! To the Florida Commerce Committee for allowing HB 379 to die that would have given veterinarians the right to report suspected animal abuse. The legislative process is a prolonged one, especially when it comes to passing laws that would better...
by mhessenberger | Dec 13, 2022 | Paws Up/Paws Down
December 12, 2022 Paws Up! To city council members in Jacksonville, Florida, for favorably voting to ban releasing balloons or sky lanterns. Balloons are colorful orbs that have the power to injure and kill wildlife. If you live near the coast or have visited the...
by mhessenberger | Sep 25, 2021 | Paws Up/Paws Down
September 23, 2021 Paws Up! To House Representatives Darren Soto and Vern Buchanan for introducing House Resolution 4946 to protect the West Indian manatee that is dwindling drastically. The West Indian manatee can be found lazily cruising through the warm waters of...
by mhessenberger | Jan 19, 2022 | Paws Up/Paws Down
January 14, 2022 Paws Up! Florida Representative Kristen Arrington and Senator Shervin Jones are fighting to protect animals and keep them out of the hands of animal abusers with House Bill 1341/Senate Bill 1806. The unspeakable acts of violence and...
by mhessenberger | Mar 24, 2020 | Paws Up/Paws Down
Paws Up!March 18, 2020 To House Representatives Charlie Christ (D-FL) and Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) for introducing H.R. 5715 that will provide transparency by breeders and retail stores for individuals who are purchasing cats or dogs. Acquiring a new furry companion...
