http://www.housemajority.org News and Information for House Bill 138 en http://housemajority.org/images/houmaj.jpg http://www.housemajority.org 144 144 News and Information for House Bill 138 Bill Activity Rep. Carl Gatto Law Enforcement Public Safety http://housemajority.org/spon.php?id=26hb138 Sponsors : Rep. Gatto<br/><br/>An Act relating to penalties for cruelty to animals; and relating to aggravating factors at sentencing involving assaultive behavior and cruelty to animals.<br/><br/>Status : (H) JUD >> (H) FIN : 2010-03-01<br/>Contact : Thomas Reiker, 465-3163<br/><br/>A strong connection has been documented linking animal abuse and domestic violence. There is credible evidence that individuals who practice violent acts against animals also present a danger to the public. Intentional animal abuse is often seen in association with other serious crimes ... Mon, 1 Mar 2010 13:00:01 -0800