Source: US Reps. Vern Buchanan (R-FL) and Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), THE HILL, 4/8/19



While there are many issues that divide Democrats and Republicans, one that strongly unites us is protecting helpless animals from severe cruelty and torture. Animal protection is a cause that enjoys broad support from Americans of all political affiliations. From Sarasota, Fla., to Portland, Ore., animal lovers have something to be excited about as the 2019-20 session of Congress is shaping up to be a productive time for animal welfare and wildlife conservation efforts. We will build upon the success of the last Congress, which passed legislation to end dog fighting in U.S. territories, banned the slaughter of dogs and cats for human...

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