NAIA Welcomes Inclusion of New Animal and Public Health Protections in Farm Bill Framework
By: Patti Strand Date: 06/12/2024 Category: | Animal Legislation |
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For Immediate Release: June 12, 2024
Portland, Oregon
NAIA Welcomes Inclusion of New Animal and Public Health Protections in Farm Bill Framework
PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2024 – Today, the National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA) commends Ranking Member Boozman (R-AR) for the inclusion of safeguards for animal and public health in his Farm Bill framework. Patti Strand, NAIA President and Co-Founder, said in the following statement:
“NAIA is pleased that key provisions of the Healthy Dog Importation Act (HDIA) have now been included in every 2024 Farm Bill proposal released by Agriculture Committee leadership. Senate Agriculture Committee Chairwoman Stabenow (D-MI) included safeguards in her proposal released on May 1st, and House Agriculture Committee Chairman Thompson (R-PA) did the same in his proposal which was reported out of Committee on May 23rd.
Thanks to the diligent work of the lead sponsors of the HDIA, Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Tina Smith (D-MN) and Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-SD) and Ann Kuster (D-NH), and a broad coalition of veterinary, livestock, and companion animal advocates, we see bipartisan and bicameral support for the addressing the growing threat of pests and diseases that are transmitted into the United States via unchecked dog importation.”
In addition to the bipartisan, bicameral group of Members and Senators supporting the HDIA, the legislation is also supported by a broad alliance of national and state organizations representing the veterinary, livestock, and companion animal communities.
NAIA stands ready to work with lawmakers in both chambers to pass a bipartisan farm bill this year.
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If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Patti Strand, NAIA President at naia@naiaonline.org or call 503-756-0826
The National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA) is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization that was founded in 1991 to bring together subject matter experts in animal welfare and husbandry to provide evidence-based solutions to complex issues involving animals.
Broad coalition of supporting organizations including veterinary, livestock, and companion animal advocates
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About The Author
Patti is a recognized expert and consultant on contemporary animal issues, most notably responsible dog ownership and the animal rights movement. She often appears on radio and television and her articles on canine issues, animal welfare, public policy and animal rights have appeared in major US news publications and in trade, professional and scientific journals. Patti and her…
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