It's all polotics. Most legislation like this has no real reason. Lobbyists with the most money pay to have laws passed that meet their interests.
People like PETA, HSUS and other animal groups have a massive amount of money and pay the politicians to have these laws passed to fit their agenda. It's all about money and getting their way.
If the reptile community offered the kinda cash to the politicians that these groups do, we would never have to worry about anti reptile bans.
Sad reality but it's the truth
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