Still no definitive word on what's happening in New York State, but here's the latest that I've heard. Steven can be contacted at [log in to unmask], for those of you who are not directly on CompuServe. ------- Katie Fritz Small Mammals Section Co-Leader, CompuServe Pets/Animal Forum (GO PETSFORU) Internet: [log in to unmask] CIS: 71257,3153 :::: (forwarded from: MAIL) ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: #: 369 S0/CompuServe Mail 01-Jun-94 19:03 Sb: NYS Ferret Legislation Fm: Steven Markowitz > [72072,3533] To: Katie Fritz & Jeff Lang 71257,3153 Several messages have been circulating around CIS and other BBS' about rumoured legislation in New York State to ban ferrets as pet. Rumours indicate that the legislation would eliminate the requirement for licensing of ferrets in the state. Additionally rumours indicate that several animal rights groups (New York State Coalition for Animals and Fund for Animals) oppose the keeping of ferrets as pet and are going to try to make ferret ownership illegal in this state. As such, it is in the interest of ferret owners in NY as well as other states to gather forces and block any potential legislation which would ban ferret ownership. I have contacted Sen Nozzolio's office and they are sending a copy of Bill S. 4317/a and I will post a message with the gist of the bill as well as Upload a copy if necessary. Once we have a copy, I would appreciate any suggestions on how to block this legislative nightmare, should it turn out that the rumouurs of banning ferrets are true. If anyone else knows anything more about this legislative mess please let me know Steven Markowitz Capital District Carpet Sharks P.O. Box 8791 Albany, New York 12208 CIS #72072,3533 ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: [Posted in FML issue 0848]