The death of the boys is very sad and I don't think anyone denies it was a tragedy. I do find it strange that even a snake known for a foul temper would just kill two boys without making an attempt to eat either, let alone that it was able to kill one and the other did nothing to get away or get help. The whole thing smells like foul play to me and I wish they'd investigate more than just neglect.
I don't see why they would revisit exotic ownership laws, seeing as the species in question was already illegal to own. The department that oversees those laws is probably in for a world of crap, though.