Someone posted on the East Nashville list-serve this afternoon an e-mail from Bless the Bullys stating that Senator Kilby’s goal is not to ban pit bulls. According to the e-mail, the legislation was introduced to call attention to the problem of irresponsible dog ownership.
From BlesstheBullys.com:
I just had another very nice conversation with both Jeremy and Nadine, Senator Kilby’s assistants.
Nadine confirmed – as we read in the news this morning – that Senator Kilby’s intention was to raise awareness that there is a problem with irresponsible dog ownership in Tennessee. He is not moving forward with a bill to ban pit bulls.
I’m not sure if this really was just an extreme action to call attention to an issue, or if Senator Kilby is trying to backtrack after the outrage this has caused. Anyhow, just thought you guys would want to know.
P.S. – Personally, I would like to see current leash laws enforced before any other legislation is considered.
