Humane society recognizes Carper for supporting pet safety act

The Humane Society of the United States recognized Sen. Tom Carper for his support and recent sponsorship of the Pet And Women’s Safety Act, H.R. 909/S. 322.

Recently, representatives from HSUS met with their respective senators and congresswomen to discuss priority legislation and emphasize the importance of federal animal protection legislation, including the PAWS Act. This bill provides protection for pets of domestic violence victims, and allows for a reasonable grant program to help domestic violence shelters provide accommodations for their pets.

Only 3 percent of shelters currently accommodate such pets. The goal of this bill is to ensure that no victim of domestic violence should ever have to choose between their own safety or the safety of their beloved pet. All three Delaware lawmakers are currently supportive of this and other HSUS-backed animal protection legislation.