The cultural phenomenon surrounding “Tiger King” has renewed the conversation around animal abuse in media. And one bill making its way through the California state legislature has led to an unexpected conflict between PETA and the Motion Picture Association.
The bill, Sb 1175, would ban the possession of commonly hunted species like the tigers Joe Exotic kept and that were featured in his digital video series, as well as the Netflix documentary “Tiger King.” The bill passed the California State Senate 29-8 back in June and is now being considered by the state assembly.
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“California must not be complicit in the brutal wildlife trafficking that threatens our public health and undermines our values,” said bill author Sen. Henry Stern said upon its passing. “Sb 1175 is our chance to be global leaders by cracking...
The bill, Sb 1175, would ban the possession of commonly hunted species like the tigers Joe Exotic kept and that were featured in his digital video series, as well as the Netflix documentary “Tiger King.” The bill passed the California State Senate 29-8 back in June and is now being considered by the state assembly.
Also Read: 'Tiger King' Zoo Closed 'Effectively Immediately'; Jeff Lowe Says He Is 'Forfeiting' Exhibitor's License
“California must not be complicit in the brutal wildlife trafficking that threatens our public health and undermines our values,” said bill author Sen. Henry Stern said upon its passing. “Sb 1175 is our chance to be global leaders by cracking...
- 8/26/2020
- by Jeremy Fuster
- The Wrap
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