NJ, NY federal lawmakers look to bolster penalties for animal abuse
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WESTWOOD, N.J. (PIX11) — Federal lawmakers are announcing new steps to protect pets. "You screw with an animal, we're gonna screw with you," said Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ 5th District). With his own dog, Rosie, at his side, Gottheimer announced Tuesday in Westwood new bipartisan legislation he's co-authoring with Republican Congressman from New York Mike Lawler. [...]