Animal Legislative Update - May 25, 2023
from the desk of Vanessa Gagne
UPDATES
Exotic pet ban proposed in upcoming Richmond City Council meeting
Richmond, VA is considering an exotic animal ownership ban. There will be a hearing on June 12th. For information on how to contact their city council, see USARK’s alert
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