03/12/2012
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"I applaud that motive."
"Do you have any science at this point that tells you that the meat may not be as safe as for a hog that is not downed?"
"I am not aware of any data or study that show euthanized downed pigs and not allowing them, that meat, to enter the food chain will increase food safety."
"I usually start out my remarks by thanking you for holding this hearing."