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ASPCA Testifies Before U.S. House Subcommittee in Support of Federal Legislation to Ban Horse Slaughter

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WASHINGTON, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. House Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce held a "Legislative Hearing to Protect Consumers and Strengthen the Economy." Included on the agenda for this hearing were two critical equine protection bills: the Save America's Forgotten Equines (SAFE) Act (H.R.3355), federal legislation that would permanently ban horse slaughter in the U.S. and end the export of American horses for slaughter abroad, and the Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act (H.R. 5441), which would end the cruel practice of horse soring where chemicals and devices are used to inflict pain on show horses to force an exaggerated, high-stepping gait often referred to as the "Big Lick." The Subcommittee heard testimony from the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®), who testified in support of these bills.

Key Points: 
  • The Subcommittee heard testimony from the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), who testified in support of these bills.
  • It is past time to shut the door on slaughter for the sake of horses, owners, and the equine industry's well-being.
  • In addition to overwhelming public opposition to horse slaughter, the ASPCA, along with a diverse coalition of equine industry and animal welfare organizations, recently announced the "Final Stretch Alliance to End Horse Slaughter," a collaborative effort to permanently ban the slaughter of American horses.
  • In an open letter to congressional leaders, the alliance urged federal lawmakers to pass the SAFE Act to ban horse slaughter.

New Research Shows the Overwhelming Majority of Americans Oppose Horse Slaughter

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"In an era of rare political bipartisan agreement, this research confirms that the overwhelming majority of Americans remain strongly opposed to horse slaughter," said Nancy Perry, senior vice president of ASPCA Government Relations.

Key Points: 
  • "In an era of rare political bipartisan agreement, this research confirms that the overwhelming majority of Americans remain strongly opposed to horse slaughter," said Nancy Perry, senior vice president of ASPCA Government Relations.
  • Last year, approximately 23,000 horses were exported for slaughter, and research demonstrates that there exist far better options available for every horse sent to slaughter.
  • In addition to overwhelming public opposition to horse slaughter, many equine-related industries and interest groups have joined in to help end horse slaughter.
  • To learn more about the ASPCA's efforts to ban horse slaughter or support the SAFE Act, please visit www.aspca.org .