Denver Mayor To Veto Legislation Repealing Pit Bull Ban

The Denver City Council voted to repeal the city's pit bull ban, but Mayor Michael Hancock vetoed the legislation, citing safety concerns. This was his first veto in nearly a decade as mayor. The City Council argued that breed-specific legislation is ineffective and included safeguards in the repeal. The council plans to vote on overriding the veto, needing nine votes to succeed.

What was Mayor Michael Hancock's main reason for vetoing the pit bull ban repeal?

• He wanted to support breed-specific legislation.

• He wanted to maintain the status quo.

• He believed it would increase the risk of attacks.

• He was influenced by public opinion.

What did the Denver City Council cite as a reason for repealing the 1989 pit bull ban?

• The ban was too costly to enforce.

• Breed-specific legislation was ineffective.

• The ban was unpopular with residents.

• The ban was unconstitutional.

What safeguard was included in the new legislation regarding pit bulls?

• Mandatory muzzling in public

• Breed-restricted licenses

• Increased fines for owners

• Mandatory insurance for owners

How many votes are needed by the City Council to override the mayor's veto?

• Seven

• Ten

• Eight

• Nine

What was the City Councilman's reaction to the mayor's veto?

• He was unaware of the decision.

• He was indifferent to the decision.

• He was supportive of the decision.

• He was disappointed by the decision.