In California there are 12 propositions coming up to be voted on. One of them that will affect California is proposition 2. Beginning January 1, 2015, this measure prohibits with certain exceptions the confinement on a farm of pregnant pigs, calves raised for veal, and egg-laying hens in a manner that does not allow them to turn around freely, lie down, stand up, and fully extend their limbs. Under the measure, any person who violates this law would be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment in county jail for up to six months. This shows that people should say yes to proposition 2 because, it will stop animal cruelty and that it gives farmers 7 years to fix their farm for this proposition. I say that you should vote yes on prop 2 because it will make the owners treat their farm animals better and they won't be cooped up for the rest of their life.
In California Animal Agriculture is a major industry. Over 40 million animals are raised for commercial purposes on California farms and ranches. California’s leading livestock commodities are milk and other dairy products, cattle, and chickens. In recent years, there has been a growing public awareness about farm animal production methods, and how these practices affect the treatment of the animals. State law prohibits cruelty to animals. Under state law, for example, any person who keeps an animal confined in an enclosed area is required to provide it with an adequate exercise area, and permit access to adequate shelter, food, and water. Other laws specifically related to farm animals generally focus on the humane transportation and slaughter of these animals. Depending upon the specific violation, an individual could be found guilty of a misdemeanor or felony punishable by a fine, imprisonment, or both. I am against animal cruelty and a lot of other people in the world are also. this is why they should vote yes on Proposition 2 because it has to do with animal cruelty.
