Animal rights advocates are supporting the PAWS Act in New York, which aims to hold drivers accountable for hitting pets and fleeing the scene. Introduced by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill proposes increased penalties for drivers who injure or kill pets, aligning their treatment with that of pedestrians and livestock. Current penalties for harming pets are insufficient, with fines equating to a minor traffic offense. The proposed legislation has received widespread support from New Yorkers and advocates alike, emphasizing the need for greater protection and recognition of companion animals on the streets.
My PAWS Act is about recognizing the dignity and value of these nonhuman New Yorkers, and making streets safer for them and all of us.
Under the proposed law, drivers who hit a pet on the road would be subject to increased penalties when a pet is injured or killed in a car crash.
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