Call To All members here....

[herper91]

24 in favour 868 opposed

 

[mxracer4life]

I got this letter from Mr. Jerry Costello our state representative from IL after contacting him concerning the python ban. I have also talked to him personally on the phone. I would like to send him an email back and wanted to know if there is anything anybody would like me to tell him. I have had direct contact with him so hopefully we can send an email that will make a difference. Thanks in advance.

Here is the letter:

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Rennison:

I want you to know I received your message concerning H.R. 2811, legislation concerning importation of prohibited species to the U.S.

A U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) risk assessment recently recommended prohibiting the importation of nine constrictor snakes out of concern that these snakes pose a risk to the health of our ecosystems, particularly in the Florida Everglades, and to human safety. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and other conservation groups, these snakes are highly adaptive, lack natural predators, and are tolerant of a wide range of environmental conditions.

The FWS has taken numerous steps to address the conservation challenges raised by the introduction of pythons and other large constrictor snakes, including trapping, increasing public awareness, and detecting the snakes and preventing their further spread. Further, some states have contributed significantly to these efforts. For example, the state of Florida enacted regulations requiring owners of certain snakes to pay an annual fee and demonstrate their capacity to safely maintain the animals.

As you know, H.R. 2811 would add the Python and other constrictor snakes to the list of species prohibited from being imported into the U.S. The House Judiciary Committee approved this legislation on July 29, 2009, and reported it to the full House. The House bill does not include boas on the list of prohibited species. However, companion legislation in the Senate, S. 373, has included boas. Should I have the opportunity to vote on this legislation, be assured I will keep your views in mind.

If I can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.


Sincerely,

Jerry F. Costello
Member of Congress

 

[Twizted Paths]

Please point out that that report is Not a scientific paper and has been denounced by a panel of independant scientists and they clearly state that it is unfit to be used as the basis for legislation or regulatory policies.

Also if boas were going to 'invade' they already would have being as we are physically connected to their native range, sharing the same land mass and all.

This is a Florida issue and the legislation of pets should occur on a state by state basis, respecting each individual states own needs and their tenth amendment right.

How many years have they had to spread Out of the everglades? How many have succeeded?

Our snakes require supplemental heat even in the summer, there is no way that they're going to be able to survive in the wild.

All points need to be worded a lot nicer of course. If need be I can dig up the references - just shoot me an e mail or pm.

 

[JohnnyC]

You would think that a scientific paper would not be needed, but that common sense should prevail on this issue. I mean that most of the State Representatives that will vote on this issue know that these animals could not even live in there states, and this goes to show that we again have voted the weakest links into leaders of or great nation. I am sending my State Representative a message that I will not, and never will vote for them unless they do the right thing for once. This should be a Florida problem, and I am sorry that a small group of irresponsible owners F'ed it up for the rest of you, but the rest of the country does not need this restriction. Thanks for listening to my rant, and lets vote for people that have the same views as us from now on.

 

[JaceDBallpythons]

Done.

Here's the direct link to the bill:

http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-s373/actions_votes

Opposed. Thanks for the link.

 

[Strike_Force_Reptiles]

heres a nice little article i found that i thought might be interesting...

Iguanas fall from the sky...
File this one under "B" for bizarre: Temperatures in southern Florida got so low that iguanas actually froze and fell from trees. An ABC news video that captured the green creatures tumbling from branches took the Web by storm. Searches on "iguanas falling from trees" surged into triple digits. According to an article from the AP, iguanas hibernate when the temperature drops. Unfortunately, the temperature has been so cold that the creatures are losing their grip while sleeping. An interesting post explains that some locals have been picking up the lizards, assuming they're dead. Apparently, they get quite a shock when, after warming up a bit, the iguana mysteriously comes back to life.

ok so how can these snakes live in this? hmmmm ild be suprized if they find anymore in the wild now. the only snake thats a threat is congress

 

[Strike_Force_Reptiles]

oh and if anyone was wondering where i got that from heres the link http://buzz.yahoo.com/buzzlog/93302?fp=1

maybe congress should be reading more on yahoo lol

 

[BrooklynJoe]

wow I'm so motivated to do more for the community now

 

[johno552]

I definately oppose the 111-s373. It only reflect the backward attitude of it proponents./

 

[ChaoticNightsReptile]

I really hope this bill dies. Keep up the good fight people.

 

[WebSlave]

Perhaps we got someone's attention. This is a new registration I just audited...

156.33.130.113 IP address location & more:
IP address [?]: 156.33.130.113 [Copy][Whois] [Reverse IP]
IP country code: US
IP address country: United States
IP address state: Maryland
IP address city: Silver Spring
IP address latitude: 39.0521
IP address longitude: -77.0150
ISP of this IP [?]: United States Senate
Organization: United States Senate
Local time in United States: 2010-01-21 00:19

 

[TripleMoonsExotic]

Wow, that's impressive.

 

[Tenai]

that IS impressive. now lets hope only good things come of it and there not doing research for nefarious reasons

 

[ace9916]

This is a reply from Senator Feinstein

Dear Mr. Chavarria:



Thank you for writing to express your opposition to legislation that would place large constrictor snakes on the injurious species list. I appreciate your correspondence and welcome the opportunity to respond.



As you know, Senator Bill Nelson (D-FL) introduced S.373 on February 3, 2009. S. 373 and its companion bill in the House of Representatives, H.R. 2811, would amend the Lacey Act (42 U.S.C. w 18) to include constrictor snakes, such as the Burmese Python, as injurious species. Under the Lacey Act, the Secretary of the Interior is authorized to regulate the importation and transport of species determined to be injurious to the health and welfare of humans. Currently, S.373 has been referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works. Although I do not serve on this Committee, I will keep your opposition to this bill, as well as maintaining a science-based review process, in mind should S.373 or any similar legislation be considered by the Senate.



Once again, thank you for writing. If you have any further questions or comments, please feel free to contact my Washington, D.C. office at (202) 224-3841. Best regards.





Sincerely yours,
Dianne Feinstein
United States Senator

 

[bammer838]

I opposed the ban!!

 

[Southerncat]

Perhaps we got someone's attention. This is a new registration I just audited...

I am a little slow at posting on this but..........

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[mharris281]

ALL DONE

 

[hers]

Opposed - done

 

[johnnywaynejackson]

opposed

 

[RedicRetics]

opposed.