The original instrument and the following digest, which constitutes no part of the legislative instrument, were prepared by James Benton. DIGEST SB 402 Original 2016 Regular Session Morrell Present law provides that it shall be unlawful to tie, tether, or restrain any animal in a manner that is inhumane, cruel, or detrimental to its welfare. Provides certain exceptions. Proposed law retains present law and provides that there shall be no exception to present law during times when a hurricane, tropical storm, tornado, or flash flood warning has been issued for the jurisdiction by the National Weather Service. Effective August 1, 2016. (Adds R.S. 14:102.26(B))