We had a nice time at the Mass State House yesterday.  48 people, mostly from the New England Herpetological Society, were there to oppose Senate Bill 490 which, if passed, would basically shut down our live animal educational presentations.  The bill was not very well thought out or very well written.  They lumped animal educators in with people who promote dog fighting.  Several of us testified against.  At the end of the day, I think I could safely say "That bill isn't going anywhere."