Zoophilia, sexual relations between humans and animals, is legal in 15 states including our nation's capital. It should be addressed at a federal level by enacting the Rose Law named in honor of puppy Rose who was sexually assaulted by her owner. No animal should have to have sexual relations with a human. Animals rely on their care givers for food, shelter and protection and cannot speak. Because of that they are vulnerable to abuse much like children. We propose the Rose Law: Should make zoophilia a 1st degree felony in all 50 states. This charge is in addition to felony animal cruelty charges; preclude the convicted from ever owning, being alone with or working around animals; should track the convicted in a registry to notify the convicted's neighbors, adoption agencies and employers



