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- From: Amy Greenhut <genoaktortoise@xxxxxxxxxxx>
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- Date: Fri, 16 Dec 2011 22:43:43 +0000 (UTC)
Amy Greenhut
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UPDATE: Ohio
In the wake of the incident in Zanesville Ohio, where a disturbed man
released lions, tigers and bears from his facility prior to committing suicide,
pressure has come down from Governor Kasich's office to BAN many exotic
animals; including hundreds of species of reptiles. It is important to
remember that there were NO reptiles involved in the release at Zanesville.
Further, it can be demonstrated statistically and historically that reptiles
pose virtually NO PUBLIC SAFETY RISK in Ohio or anywhere else. There is a
moderate occupational risk taken on by those who work with certain reptiles,
but accidents are extremely rare when taken in the context of other more
traditional pets or livestock. On average there is less than one death per
year associated with a captive reptile. No member of the public, outside of a
reptile keepers facility, has ever been killed by a captive reptile. Every
life is precious, but working with reptiles is far less dangerous than
keeping some traditional pets, equestrian or even driving a car. These
activities, although far more dangerous than the keeping of ANY reptiles, are
commonly accepted risks in modern society. USARK rejects the inclusion of ANY
REPTILES in Dangerous Animal Legislation (DAL) in Ohio.
It is no secret that the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), a
radical animal rights organization, has targeted the Reptile Industry in Ohio.
They have intentionally mischaracterized the risks involved in working
with reptiles in order to use the Zanesville incident to enforce the policy
position they have held since the 1980's; NO REPTILES IN CAPTIVITY. They
were included in a work group tasked with providing recommendations to the
Governor regarding exotic animals. USARK was denied the opportunity to
contribute our expertise in regards to the reptile industry. There was no one
with expertise regarding reptiles and the reptile industry included; even
though reptiles represent 90% of the animals being considered. According to a
survey done by Georgetown Economic Services the reptile industry equates to
approximately $30 million annually in Ohio. There are approximately 225,000
facilities/households that are currently operating in Ohio. Any talk of
including reptiles in a ban has been primarily motivated by HSUS because
they are targeting the keeping of reptiles for ideological reasons at the
federal, state and local level nationwide.
USARK Opposes a BAN on ANY Reptiles in Ohio! We have been actively engaged
in Ohio for about 18 months. Over the last 2 months, USARK and our allies
have met with the leadership of Ohio Dept of Natural Resources (ODNR) and
Ohio Dept of Agriculture (ODA). There has been a recommendation forwarded
through ODNR to Governor Kasich as the basis for a new piece of legislation
to ban many animals in Ohio. Senator Troy Balderson and Representative Dave
Hall are the likely sponsors of such a bill. USARK has met and consulted
with Senator Balderson, the Senate lead in bill drafting. He has voiced
skepticism about the inclusion of reptiles in any DAL. We are working closely
with his office to insure the interests of the Reptile Nation are served in
Ohio. Indications suggest that a bill of some sort will be introduced in
late January or early February.
***The current bill, HB352 introduced by Representative Phillips, has lost
all momentum after a landslide of oppostion from USARK and the Reptile
Nation! Thank you for participating! Nothing of substance has happened yet
with any new DAL... Stay Tuned to USARK for the latest cutting edge
information on the Reptile Industry. We will call on you to take action in Ohio
when
the time is right!
If you live in Ohio or have friends in Ohio please share this ALERT with
them. If you are not a member of USARK, Join Us & Help Protect Your Rights!
Follow USARK on Facebook and Twitter. Get the latest UPDATES as they
happen. There is Strength in Numbers! The Reptile Nation needs your help TODAY!
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