I honestly don't mind the need for a license to own animals that pose a life threat to a human being. A dog can inflict a good bite, but typically doesn't kill a person. A lion can eat someone and a full grown Green Anaconda or Retic can kill someone. What I detest, however, is the government dictating it via a ban.
If we had state and local herp organizations that were elected by the community overseeing proper care of big and hot snakes, and they were the ones issuing the permits, I'd be ok with that. A flat ban does nothing to promote responsible ownership. I could respect an industry expert with a ton of experience issuing me a license to own a cobra. I'd probably feel better about it knowing I have conformation that I'm doing the right stuff. It's like when we get certified to ship via Fedex. They inspect our packaging before giving us the green light to ship. They are the shipping experts and we respect them for considering the welfare of the animal and the shipping and ask us to do the same.
Just my 2 cents
Jim