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Update: CT Governor Malloy Passed H.B. 5147 - National Humane Education Society

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To Connecticut Governor Dannel P. Malloy for passing House Bill 5147.  english-bulldog-538485_1280

According to a recent news article, Connecticut Governor Malloy has passed H.B. 5147 that will increase the penalty that intentional animal abusers receive from a class D felony to a class C felony. Upon conviction, an individual may face 1-10 years in jail, a fine of up to $10,000, or both.  Those convicted will be excluded from the accelerated rehabilitation program.  H.B. 5147 will go into effect October 1, 2016.

To learn more about ways to prevent animal cruelty, please download our free brochure here.

Take Action:  Connecticut residents, contact Governor Malloy and thank him for passing H.B. 5147. 

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