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Anti-Slaughter Bill Still Awaits Vote in House

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, 2006

Anti-Slaughter Bill May Have to Wait Until After Break

It 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, 2006

Congress to Vote on Horse Slaughter Measure

Congress will vote Wednesday on an amendment to prevent the slaughter of horses for human consumption in foreign markets.

 Tuesday, June 07, 2005

Bill Calls For Ban on Use of Horses for Consumption

A 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