One America News Network OAN Staff Abril Elfi
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a legislation into law that will impose tougher penalties on residents who abandon their pets during natural disasters.
On Wednesday, DeSantis (R-Fla.) signed the bill inspired by the rescue of a dog that had been left behind during Hurricane Milton.
Following Hurricane Milton, a bull terrier that was left chained to a fence was found near Tampa.
DeSantis said during a ceremony at Big Dog Ranch Rescue that a state trooper rescued the dog, now named Trooper, and he was adopted by a couple in Broward County.
The owner of the dog was charged with animal cruelty. Violations committed during hurricanes or other catastrophes will be punished by up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine, according to a new law that will take effect on October 1st.
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