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On the recordMay 4, 2009
While we know that the most recent H1N1 incidents are in no way linked to the U.S. animal agriculture, the emergence of new viruses further demonstrates our need to not only be prepared to react to disease outbreaks, but to also undertake the necessary mitigation and research efforts that allow us to stay one step ahead.
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Jacob Thompson
Democratic · Mississippi

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Emphasizes the importance of preparedness for disease outbreaks in agriculture.

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