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Welcome to the 21st Century (Another in a Long Series)

Kentucky’s Gov. Matt Bevin signed a new law to prohibit sex between humans and animals. It took several attempts to get the bill through the legislature: several previous attempts failed, including because some members were concerned such a law would interfere with “private property rights.” Yes, really. Violations of the new law would be a felony punishable by 1 to 5 years in prison, plus a prohibition against owning any animal, living in any place where there’s “access” to an animal, and the perpetrator must receive treatment or counseling. Other previous failed bills tried to prohibit sex with pets but not other animals, and one proposed an exemption in the law for those engaged in “animal husbandry.” (RC/Louisville Courier Journal) ...“What?! I have to marry her first?”