Political Quotes

“my amendment is just a simple sense of Congress that reaffirms our support for the Humane Methods of Slaughter Act, which has been law since 1958. This law that we passed in 1958 intends to prevent the needless suffering of animals that are slaughtered for food. It states that animals must be in a state of complete unconsciousness throughout the butchering process, and under no conditions can an animal ever be dragged while conscious or disabled. In short, slaughter-bound animals are never to be rushed, beaten, or tortured while they are still alive. The Humane Methods of Slaughter Act was strengthened in 1978 to empower USDA inspectors to stop the slaughter line if they observe any cruelty. USDA has the power to enforce humane slaughter regulations. The American people expect them to uphold this law, and supporting this amendment will demonstrate that Congress continues to believe that animals being slaughtered should be treated humanely.”