Horse slaughter opponents will have to start from scratch next Congressional session despite last-minute efforts asking for a Senate vote on the issue. The 109th Congressional session adjourned for the holidays Dec. 8 without taking action on the bill.
Monday, December 18, 2006It appears unlikely the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act will be put to a vote before Congress breaks for the Fourth of July holiday.
Wednesday, June 28, 2006Congress will vote Wednesday on an amendment to prevent the slaughter of horses for human consumption in foreign markets.
Tuesday, June 07, 2005A bill that would ban trade of horsemeat and live horses for human consumption has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Friday, February 15, 2002