i would let it die with this guy. i work in an ecology lab and have delt with invasive species before. i have discussed this bill with other ecologist here at work. they too, would like to see the bill pass because they don't want to see an invasive out break which is all too common here in FL waters. some people's minds are set and will not be changed. pointing out that it had to do with breeding and selling isn't going to help your case. in fact it will help his. many here frown on the fact that there are so many repitles kept in captivity. they see it as more chances for things to go wrong.

some ecologist could care less about the economy or business in general. in fact most believe (and i agree with this to some extent) that humans are the worst invasvie species of all. so to say to a hardcore ecologist that "this would ruin a market of non native animals", they will say "so what" and not really care about it.

so to clear myself, i am a biologist, and i don't support these bills at all. i see it as a way to get the public's eye off the true problem. this makes the government look like they care for the environment which makes them look good to some people out there. the case ive been trying to make with those ive emailed and mailed is that it does nothing to solve the problem.

so, i wouldn't bring it up again if i were you. his mind is set and he will make you look like you are doing something bad by having thiese animals. ive seen it all too often!! in my field im frowned upon for having a coral tank.