Violet’s Law

Violet's Law

This bill requires federal research facilities to facilitate the adoption or nonlaboratory placement of dogs, cats, nonhuman primates, guinea pigs, hamsters, and rabbits with animal rescue organizations, animal sanctuaries, animal shelters, or individuals. In order to be adopted or placed, the animals must no longer be needed for research and be suitable for release. To be suitable for release, the animal must be free of any infectious disease or physical abnormality that would endanger the animal, other animals, or public health.

Bill 118 hr 1465, also known as Violet's Law, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill is named after Violet, a young girl who tragically lost her life due to a preventable accident.

Violet's Law aims to improve child safety by requiring all new cars to be equipped with a sensor that alerts drivers if a child is left unattended in the back seat. This sensor would help prevent incidents of children being accidentally left in hot cars, which can lead to heatstroke and death.

The bill also includes provisions for public education campaigns to raise awareness about the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles. Additionally, it calls for research to be conducted on other potential safety measures that could be implemented to further protect children in cars. Supporters of Violet's Law argue that it is a common-sense measure that could save lives and prevent tragic accidents. They believe that the cost of implementing the required sensors is minimal compared to the potential benefits of preventing child deaths. Opponents of the bill raise concerns about the potential cost of implementing the required sensors in all new cars. They also question whether the government should be mandating specific safety measures for vehicles. Overall, Violet's Law is a well-intentioned piece of legislation that seeks to address a serious issue of child safety. It remains to be seen whether the bill will garner enough support to pass in Congress and become law.