The NY State Senate passed a bill today that furthers the status of companion animals while making theft of them a felony. The companion bill in the State Assembly is said to have solid support.
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HALO Animal Rescue Hurt by Theft and Destruction
HALO Animal Rescue had their donation box snatched in a bold daylight grab; then their pickup truck was stolen and their chain link fence destroyed. HALO says the criminals have not just committed theft and destruction; the effects of their actions make them animal abusers.