I have no idea if this article is pertaining to this petition or not, but I do know that the Senators office is aware of it. Either way, a step in the right direction!!! Thank you everyone for your support! http://www.lifewithdogs.tv/2016/01/new-york-residents-to-face-stiff-penalties-for-leaving-dogs-in-the-cold/?utm_content=buffer2ed85&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer