Support the Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act

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Each year, billions of animals are packed into poorly ventilated, crowded trucks and driven from factory farms to slaughterhouses without food, water, bedding, or relief from extreme weather.

Existing transport standards are insufficient and unenforced. Currently, the Twenty-Eight Hour Law—the only federal law—requires animals be given a break for food, water, and rest every 28 hours of transport. Tragically, there is no record of the USDA enforcing this rule, making fighting for stronger policies even more challenging.

The Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act would ensure better compliance with the Twenty-Eight Hour Law by having the Department of Transportation (DOT) and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) monitor animal transport. It would also prohibit interstate transport of animals deemed unfit for travel due to sickness and injury, which could help prevent the spread of diseases like Bird Flu.

Please urge your representatives to support the Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act today.

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Subject Please Support the Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act

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As your constituent, I am writing to you today with an urgent request for your support regarding the cruel and preventable suffering of farmed animals during transport.

Current federal law, the Twenty-Eight Hour Law, requires animals to be given a break for food, water, and rest during long-haul transport.

Tragically, there is no record of the USDA enforcing this crucial rule, allowing immense suffering to continue.

That is why I urge you to support and co-sponsor the Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act.

This legislation offers common-sense solutions by requiring the DOT and USDA to actively monitor and enforce the Twenty-Eight Hour Law. It would also prohibit the interstate transport of animals deemed unfit for travel due to sickness or injury, thereby helping to prevent the spread of diseases.

This bill is an essential step toward upholding basic standards of animal care. By supporting the Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act, you will demonstrate a commitment to both animal welfare and public health.

Thank you for your time and consideration of this important matter.

Sincerely,

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Support the Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act

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