Bill > HB376

This bill amends Pennsylvania law to create a new offense related to transporting dogs in the external sections of a vehicle, such as on a hood, roof, or truck bed, while on a public road. The law establishes a graduated penalty system for violations: first-time offenders would face a fine between $50 and $150, second-time offenders would be fined between $150 and $300, and third or subsequent offenders could be fined between $300 and $500 or face up to 90 days in imprisonment, or both. The bill includes an important exception for dogs transported in a secured, insulated cage or container that protects the animal from weather conditions and prevents it from falling, jumping, or being thrown from the vehicle. The new law will take effect 60 days after its passage, providing time for public awareness and enforcement preparation. The primary intent of this legislation appears to be ensuring the safety of dogs during transportation and preventing potentially dangerous or cruel methods of transporting animals on vehicles.

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