RAVE ACT LEGISLATION NEEDS SECOND LOOK

On Feb. 12, a bill was introduced into Congress called the Rave Act HR718.
While this bill has good intentions, it poses some problems for the
everyday citizen.

This bill was introduced to make the United States a little safer for our
youth by doing away with rave parties. We have no problems with this, but
unfortunately, the problem with laws is that they are left to interpretation.

Let us give you an example: If you rent a building to have your child's
birthday party and one of the parents decides to step outside and use drugs
without your knowledge, you could be fined up to $250,000 simply because
you rented the building.

If you are a landlord and your renters are selling drugs without your
knowledge, you could be fined the same amount. The examples could go on and on.

We agree that the bill is needed and is good, but there needs to be wordage
added that covers the innocent person who could be hurt by the
irresponsibility of others. We would like to see this bill pulled until it
can be clarified to protect the innocent.

Darlene Kimsey, Trinity