NY Republicans push ‘Peanut’s Law’ after beloved pet squirrel was seized, killed by state agents (1 Viewer)

[FOX News]

New York Republicans are pushing a new law to protect animals after a beloved pet squirrel and internet star named P’Nut was taken and killed by state environmental officers late last year.

The bill, called "Peanut’s Law: The Humane Animal Protection Act," would require a 72-hour waiting period before the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) can euthanize any seized animal. It would also give animal owners the chance for a hearing before the state takes or puts down their animals.

P’Nut and another pet squirrel named Fred were taken from...

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