The Polish Sejm has passed a bill banning the permanent chaining of dogs, with exceptions for temporary restraints.
Key Provisions of the Law
The new law prohibits keeping dogs chained for 24 hours, allowing only brief restraints. It also sets minimum standards for kennels and enclosures where animals are kept. The bill now proceeds to the Senate for approval.
Political Reactions
Prime Minister Donald Tusk celebrated the vote, calling it the end of the “chain law” on social media. He later expressed uncertainty about which parts President Karol Nawrocki might veto, stating, “I have no idea what he will veto and what he won’t.”
Nawrocki’s Stance on Agricultural Policies
During his presidential campaign, Nawrocki opposed the “chain law” and policies like uncontrolled food imports from Ukraine. His platform emphasized keeping Polish agriculture in Polish hands, rejecting “green” regulations in farming.
