Ted Deutch: “We should do everything we can to prevent the torture of animals and take steps to hold accountable those who would…”

“We should do everything we can to prevent the torture of animals and take steps to hold accountable those who would engage in such horrific acts. The PACT Act is a significant Federal measure to help put an end to the abuse of animals. I am thankful to be on the House floor at this incredibly gratifying bipartisan moment, and I urge my colleagues to join me in supporting this bipartisan bill. Finally, Mr. Speaker, I would like to acknowledge every companion animal that has brought love to my staff members since the PACT Act was first introduced. Those would be Thomas Jefferson, Desi, Stella, Dock, Bubba, Maple, Hazel, Cheech, Ollie, Frodo, Theo, Johnson Tiki, Tankford, Littleman, Natale, Enzo, Dino, Virgil, Rooney, Maybeline, Prudence, Peppermint, Nazca, Poseidon, Gus, Sansa, Tony, Dwyane Wade, and my dearly departed Jessie. For all of them and for every animal who brings joy to everyone in this Chamber, let's do our part to prevent animal cruelty and torture, and let's pass the PACT Act. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Deutch) that the House suspend the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 724, as amended. The question was taken; and (two-thirds being in the affirmative) the rules were suspended and the bill, as amended, was passed. A motion to reconsider was laid on the table. ____________________”