Great news from Rep Brad Jones today. Rep. Jones called to let us know that he had Rep. Thomas Finneran in his office. He gave him a book on Ferrets and spoke to him regarding House Bill 295. Rep. Finneran said that he will have it voted on either this Monday or Tuesday. If this goes thru House Ways and Means, it will go into the Committee of the Third Reading of the House. Judging from Rep. Jones' attitude today, it should pass! Thanks to all for your help and support, I knew our efforts would pay off! I realize that this is just one more step along the way to the Governors desk, but this is important since, we have not been voted down yet. I'm keeping all my fingers and paws crossed! I asked Rep. Jones what he needs from us. He said to please keep up the telephone and letter writing campaign. We should keep on the House Ways and Means Committee until they do vote on this. There is always the chance that this could not occur on Mon or Tues so it is important we keep at it with them! FYI: The reps that are in the Committee of the Third Reading are: Rep. David B. Cohen, Newton, Chairman (617) 722-2380 Rep. Carol A. Donovan, Woburn, Vice Chairman (617) 722-2692 Rep. Robert Kraus, Kingston (617) 722-2120 Rep. Donovan is in the House Ways and Means Committee also. If you know of anyone who resides in these towns, please have them get in touch with these reps. I've learned that its best if they hear from their constituents. If the numbers I posted are not right, you can try to call the Bills in the Third Reading # (617) 722-2410 or write to them at: Rep. ---- State House Boston, MA 02133-1054 Also, anyone from out of state who has relatives, co-workers, friends etc. here in MA, please contact them and have them contact their local Reps. That would be greatly appreciated. Again, thanks for all your help. Will post as soon as I know any more updates. [Posted in FML issue 1186]