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Veterinary Opposition Needed to Help Defeat King Amendment Proposed Federal Legislation Would Put State Animal Cruelty Laws At Risk Sign the Veterinary Opposition Statement JUNE 2018 - Rep. Steve King's amendment, added to the U.S. House Farm Bill, could restrict a state's ability to set standards on how agricultural products sold within its borders are produced, potentially negating state laws protecting farm animals, cracking down on puppy mills, eliminating horse slaughter, banning dog and cat meat, prohibiting shark finning and more. Fortunately, the House recently rejected that version of the Farm Bill. However, this may be a short-term victory because the King Amendment is likely to be included in the next iteration of the Farm Bill, which may be brought back again in the House as early as the 3rd week in June! Here's how you can help:
"My name is <your name> and I'm a voting constituent in <your city> and a veterinary professional. I'm very concerned about the amendment (H.R. 4879) that Representative Steve King got included during committee markup of the 2018 Farm Bill (H.R. 2). The King amendment is a dangerous attack on state laws regarding animal protection, food safety, and many other concerns. I urge you to oppose this amendment to the Farm Bill and do everything possible to ensure it is not enacted. Thank you." For more background, here's a link to a King Amendment Fact Sheet. Remember to point out that you are a constituent and a veterinary professional when you call, since legislators look to the profession for guidance on animal health and welfare! Thank you so much for taking action on this critical animal welfare issue.
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