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Senate approves tougher penalties for serious animal-cruelty offenses with exemptions for research and training
Summary
During the special session the Senate passed HB 1,008, increasing penalties for aggravated animal cruelty and clarifying exemptions for agricultural uses, bona fide research, and some training practices; floor debate focused on definitions and enforceability for everyday situations.
The Utah Senate took up and passed House Bill 1,008 (amendments to animal-cruelty provisions) during the special session, increasing penalties for the most serious offenses and refining exemptions for legitimate activity.
Senator Bueller, carrying the bill, told colleagues the legislation "enhances the penalties for the worst offenses for…
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