Denver City Council Votes To Repeal Pit Bull Ban

Denver City Council Votes To Repeal Pit Bull Ban

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The Denver City Council passed a bill to repeal a 30-year ban on pit bulls, allowing residents to own them under specific conditions. Owners must obtain a breed-restricted license and register their dogs with Denver Animal Protection. After three years without violations, the restricted license is no longer needed. The council president supports the bill based on scientific evidence against breed-specific legislation. The ordinance awaits the mayor's signature and will take effect 90 days post-signature. Nearly 1,000 U.S. cities have similar legislation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is required for Denver residents to own a pit bull under the new bill?

No license is required

A breed restricted license

A general pet license

A special permit from the mayor

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long must a pit bull owner go without violating pet policies to register their dog like any other breed?

One year

Two years

Three years

Five years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What influenced the Denver City Council president to support the bill?

Public opinion

Financial incentives

Scientific evidence

Personal experience

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, how many American cities have breed-specific legislation?

500

1500

750

1000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the next step for the Denver ordinance to become law?

A signature from the mayor

Approval by the city council

A vote in the state legislature

A public referendum