Lawmakers have reintroduced the Ramon Najera Act — named after the veteran killed in a dog attack — after it was vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott.
Credit:On the first day of the 88th Legislature’s third special session, San Antonio lawmakers refiled the Ramon Najera Act, which was approved by both chambers but vetoed last session by Gov. Greg Abbott.
Christian Moreno and his wife, Abilene Schnieder, owners of the dangerous dogs that fatally attacked Najera, eachThe couple is charged with failing to restrain their dangerous dogs, causing an attack causing death, a second-degree felony punishable by up to 20 years in prison. They also face charges of causing bodily injury to the elderly, punishable by up to two years in prison.
San Antonio’s Animal Care Services Department worked with the local lawmakers on the proposed changes, which they believe would help address the city’s unique challenges addressing dangerous dogs. The bill is written specifically to apply only to San Antonio, according to Menéndez.
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