A Pennsylvania lawmaker has introduced a measure that would create a statewide database containing the names of those convicted on animal cruelty charges–including cruelty to horses–anywhere in the state.

Sponsored by State Sen. Larry Farnese, SB 921 would require convicted on animal cruelty offenders to submit for the database their names (including aliases) addresses, social security numbers, workplace, a recent photograph, and the offense for which they were convicted. If passed, offenders would have 10 days after conviction to register for the database, and would be required to update registration information annually. Those who fail to register could face felony charges. Registrants who re-offend could face similar charges.

Under the bill, the Pennsylvania State Police would maintain the registry. Registrants would pay an annual $50 registration fee to an Animal Abuse Registry Fund to cover database administration costs.

Farnese’s Communications Director Cathie Abookire said recent arrests connected with a large dog fighting ring prompted the legislation, however anyone convicted of horse cruelty would also be required to register, Abookire said