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Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: HR 965, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. Efforts related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Efforts to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs HR 965 and S. 1211 and other issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 965 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing. Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs HR 965 and S. 1211 and other issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 965 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing. Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health HR 965, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. Efforts related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Efforts to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Efforts related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health HR 965 and S. 1211, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. Efforts related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. S. 1176- Horse Slaughter and S. 1281- Transport Safety Act and other efforts to amend the Horse Protection Act to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Efforts related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: HR 965 and S. 1211 - all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. Efforts related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. S. 1176- Horse Slaughter and S. 1281- Transport Safety Act and other efforts to amend the Horse Protection Act to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health HR 965 and S. 1211, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. Efforts related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. S. 1176- Horse Slaughter and S. 1281- Transport Safety Act and other efforts to amend the Horse Protection Act to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Efforts related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: HR 965, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. Efforts related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Efforts to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: HR 965 and S. 1211 - all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. Efforts related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. S. 1176- Horse Slaughter and S. 1281- Transport Safety Act and other efforts to amend the Horse Protection Act to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: HR 965, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. Efforts related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Efforts to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health HR 965, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. Efforts related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Efforts to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Efforts related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health HR 965 and S. 1211, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. Efforts related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. S. 1176- Horse Slaughter and S. 1281- Transport Safety Act and other efforts to amend the Horse Protection Act to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Efforts related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: HR 965 and S. 1211 - all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. Efforts related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. S. 1176- Horse Slaughter and S. 1281- Transport Safety Act and other efforts to amend the Horse Protection Act to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act.

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 965 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing. Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs HR 965 and S. 1211 and other issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 965 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing. Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: HR 965, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. Efforts related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Efforts to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 1549, S. 619, HR 2400 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing (HR 4733). Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 1549, S. 619, HR 2400 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing (HR 4733). Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 1549, S. 619, HR 2400 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing (HR 4733). Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 1549, S. 619, HR 2400 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing (HR 4733). Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 1549, S. 619, HR 2400 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing (HR 4733). Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 1549, S. 619, HR 2400 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing (HR 4733). Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 1549, S. 619, HR 2400 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing (HR 4733). Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 1549, S. 619, HR 2400 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing (HR 4733). Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Rendering and BSE Animal disposal Animal welfare Monitor the following: HR 2419/S 2302, titles 1, relating to livestock competition and contracting issues; title 7, related to enhancing and expanding agricultural research on plant and animal disease; title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels, and title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Legislation, all titles, as it relates to FDA regulation of rendering, livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the publication of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. EPAs redrafting of its draft risk assessment on dioxin and its risk to human health, particularly as relates to foods of animal origin as the source of dioxin.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Rendering and BSE Animal disposal Animal welfare Monitor the following: HR 2419/S 2302, titles 1, relating to livestock competition and contracting issues; title 7, related to enhancing and expanding agricultural research on plant and animal disease; title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels, and title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Legislation, all titles, as it relates to FDA regulation of rendering, livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the publication of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. EPAs redrafting of its draft risk assessment on dioxin and its risk to human health, particularly as relates to foods of animal origin as the source of dioxin.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Biodiesel Energy Generation Alternative Fuels HR 2419/S 2302, title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, and title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels. Sen.Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221 to extend various federal tax incentives for the production of alternative fuels, including biodiesel from animal fats and rendered products, and the blending of alternative fuels with diesel. HR 5351, those titles relating to the extension of animal-based biodiesel tax incentives, as well as the alternative fuel mixture tax credit. (HR 6, title 15), and pending legislation in the Senate (Sen. Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Biodiesel Energy Generation Alternative Fuels HR 2419/S 2302, title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, and title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels. Sen.Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221 to extend various federal tax incentives for the production of alternative fuels, including biodiesel from animal fats and rendered products, and the blending of alternative fuels with diesel. HR 5351, those titles relating to the extension of animal-based biodiesel tax incentives, as well as the alternative fuel mixture tax credit. (HR 6, title 15), and pending legislation in the Senate (Sen. Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Rendering and BSE Animal disposal Animal welfare Monitor the following: HR 2419/S 2302, titles 1, relating to livestock competition and contracting issues; title 7, related to enhancing and expanding agricultural research on plant and animal disease; title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels, and title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Legislation, all titles, as it relates to FDA regulation of rendering, livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the publication of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. EPAs redrafting of its draft risk assessment on dioxin and its risk to human health, particularly as relates to foods of animal origin as the source of dioxin.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Biodiesel Energy Generation Alternative Fuels HR 2419/S 2302, title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, and title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels. Sen.Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221 to extend various federal tax incentives for the production of alternative fuels, including biodiesel from animal fats and rendered products, and the blending of alternative fuels with diesel. HR 5351, those titles relating to the extension of animal-based biodiesel tax incentives, as well as the alternative fuel mixture tax credit. (HR 6, title 15), and pending legislation in the Senate (Sen. Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221.

Rendering and BSE Animal disposal Animal welfare Monitor the following: HR 2419/S 2302, titles 1, relating to livestock competition and contracting issues; title 7, related to enhancing and expanding agricultural research on plant and animal disease; title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels, and title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Legislation, all titles, as it relates to FDA regulation of rendering, livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the publication of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. EPAs redrafting of its draft risk assessment on dioxin and its risk to human health, particularly as relates to foods of animal origin as the source of dioxin.

Biodiesel Energy Generation Alternative Fuels HR 2419/S 2302, title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, and title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels. Sen.Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221 to extend various federal tax incentives for the production of alternative fuels, including biodiesel from animal fats and rendered products, and the blending of alternative fuels with diesel. HR 5351, those titles relating to the extension of animal-based biodiesel tax incentives, as well as the alternative fuel mixture tax credit. (HR 6, title 15), and pending legislation in the Senate (Sen. Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Food Safety legislation, including H.R. 2749 - the Food Safety Enhancement Act of 2009 and S.510 - the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, with emphasis on those titles related to the inspection and testing of imported and domestic food ingredients. Federal meat, poultry, egg and food inspection processes related to food safety testing and monitoring.

Food Safety Biotech food approvals/labeling requirement Pet food issues Issues related to FDA regulation of livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to future regulation of ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the implementation of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. Monitor issues relating to FDAs approval of transgenic food animals and fish, with attention to contemplated or proposed labeling requirements for the foods there from. Food safety legislation including HR 2749, HR 759 and S. 510. Issues related to FDA and GRAS process.

Food Safety Biotech food approvals/labeling requirement Pet food issues Dioxin Issues related to FDA regulation of livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to future regulation of ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the implementation of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. Monitor issues relating to FDAs approval of transgenic food animals and fish, with attention to contemplated or proposed labeling requirements for the foods there from. Food safety legislation including HR 2749, HR 759 and S. 510. Issues related to FDA and GRAS process.

Food Safety legislation, including H.R. 2749 - the Food Safety Enhancement Act of 2009 and S.510 - the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, with emphasis on those titles related to the inspection and testing of imported and domestic food ingredients. Federal meat, poultry, egg and food inspection processes related to food safety testing and monitoring.

Food Safety Biotech food approvals/labeling requirement Pet food issues Issues related to FDA regulation of livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to future regulation of ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the implementation of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. Monitor issues relating to FDAs approval of transgenic food animals and fish, with attention to contemplated or proposed labeling requirements for the foods there from. Food safety legislation including HR 2749, HR 759 and S. 510. Issues related to FDA and GRAS process.

Food Safety legislation, including H.R. 2749 - the Food Safety Enhancement Act of 2009 and S.510 - the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, with emphasis on those titles related to the inspection and testing of imported and domestic food ingredients. Federal meat, poultry, egg and food inspection processes related to food safety testing and monitoring.

Food Safety Biotech food approvals/labeling requirement Pet food issues Issues related to FDA regulation of livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to future regulation of ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the implementation of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. Monitor issues relating to FDAs approval of transgenic food animals and fish, with attention to contemplated or proposed labeling requirements for the foods there from. Food safety legislation including HR 2749, HR 759 and S. 510. Issues related to FDA and GRAS process.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 1549, S. 619, HR 2400 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing (HR 4733). Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 1549, S. 619, HR 2400 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing (HR 4733). Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 1549, S. 619, HR 2400 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing (HR 4733). Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal rights Animal health/new animal drugs Issues relating to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation, including HR 1549, S. 619, HR 2400 and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. Issues relating to efforts to require the federal government to purchase meat, dairy and poultry products only from farmers meeting certain animal welfare requirements, including a restriction on confinement housing (HR 4733). Monitor regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act, PL 110-316.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal rights Animal Well Being Animal Health S. 619/Hr 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. HR 433, all titles, related to federal procurement of meat and poultry from certain farms.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Biodiesel Energy Generation Alternative Fuels HR 2419/S 2302, title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, and title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels. Sen.Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221 to extend various federal tax incentives for the production of alternative fuels, including biodiesel from animal fats and rendered products, and the blending of alternative fuels with diesel. HR 5351, those titles relating to the extension of animal-based biodiesel tax incentives, as well as the alternative fuel mixture tax credit. (HR 6, title 15), and pending legislation in the Senate (Sen. Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221.

Biodiesel Energy Generation Alternative Fuels HR 2419/S 2302, title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, and title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels. Sen.Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221 to extend various federal tax incentives for the production of alternative fuels, including biodiesel from animal fats and rendered products, and the blending of alternative fuels with diesel. HR 5351, those titles relating to the extension of animal-based biodiesel tax incentives, as well as the alternative fuel mixture tax credit. (HR 6, title 15), and pending legislation in the Senate (Sen. Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221.

Biodiesel Energy Generation Alternative Fuels HR 2419/S 2302, title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, and title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels. Sen.Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221 to extend various federal tax incentives for the production of alternative fuels, including biodiesel from animal fats and rendered products, and the blending of alternative fuels with diesel. HR 5351, those titles relating to the extension of animal-based biodiesel tax incentives, as well as the alternative fuel mixture tax credit. (HR 6, title 15), and pending legislation in the Senate (Sen. Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221.

Biodiesel Energy Generation Alternative Fuels HR 2419/S 2302, title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, and title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels. Sen.Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221 to extend various federal tax incentives for the production of alternative fuels, including biodiesel from animal fats and rendered products, and the blending of alternative fuels with diesel. HR 5351, those titles relating to the extension of animal-based biodiesel tax incentives, as well as the alternative fuel mixture tax credit. (HR 6, title 15), and pending legislation in the Senate (Sen. Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Food Safety Biotech food approvals/labeling requirement Pet food issues Issues related to FDA regulation of livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to future regulation of ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the implementation of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. Monitor issues relating to FDAs approval of transgenic food animals and fish, with attention to contemplated or proposed labeling requirements for the foods there from. Food safety legislation including HR 2749, HR 759 and S. 510. Issues related to FDA and GRAS process.

Food Safety Biotech food approvals/labeling requirement Pet food issues Dioxin Issues related to FDA regulation of livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to future regulation of ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the implementation of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. Monitor issues relating to FDAs approval of transgenic food animals and fish, with attention to contemplated or proposed labeling requirements for the foods there from. Food safety legislation including HR 2749, HR 759 and S. 510. Issues related to FDA and GRAS process.

Food Safety Biotech food approvals/labeling requirement Pet food issues Issues related to FDA regulation of livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to future regulation of ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the implementation of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. Monitor issues relating to FDAs approval of transgenic food animals and fish, with attention to contemplated or proposed labeling requirements for the foods there from. Food safety legislation including HR 2749, HR 759 and S. 510. Issues related to FDA and GRAS process.

Food Safety Biotech food approvals/labeling requirement Pet food issues Issues related to FDA regulation of livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to future regulation of ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the implementation of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. Monitor issues relating to FDAs approval of transgenic food animals and fish, with attention to contemplated or proposed labeling requirements for the foods there from. Food safety legislation including HR 2749, HR 759 and S. 510. Issues related to FDA and GRAS process.

Animal Rights Animal Well Being Animal Health Monitor the following: S. 619/HR 1549, all titles, to end the use of certain antibiotics in animal feed if those antibiotics are used in human medicine. PL 110-316, all titles, to require the manufacturers of antibiotics used in animal feed to make certain reports to FDA. HR 2419/S 2302, title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Monitor and counsel on issues related to contemplated or proposed/introduced federal legislation and regulation related to restrictions on how, where and by who animal drugs may be used on farms and ranches, particularly in feed. HR 305/HR 503/S. 727, all titles, to amend the Horse Protection to prohibit certification for export of horses destined for slaughter. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to the Animal Drug User Fee Act (HR 6432) reauthorization, with related developments of the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act (HR6433).

Rendering and BSE Animal disposal Animal welfare Monitor the following: HR 2419/S 2302, titles 1, relating to livestock competition and contracting issues; title 7, related to enhancing and expanding agricultural research on plant and animal disease; title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels, and title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Legislation, all titles, as it relates to FDA regulation of rendering, livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the publication of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. EPAs redrafting of its draft risk assessment on dioxin and its risk to human health, particularly as relates to foods of animal origin as the source of dioxin.

Biodiesel Energy Generation Alternative Fuels HR 2419/S 2302, title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, and title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels. Sen.Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221 to extend various federal tax incentives for the production of alternative fuels, including biodiesel from animal fats and rendered products, and the blending of alternative fuels with diesel. HR 5351, those titles relating to the extension of animal-based biodiesel tax incentives, as well as the alternative fuel mixture tax credit. (HR 6, title 15), and pending legislation in the Senate (Sen. Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221.

Rendering and BSE Animal disposal Animal welfare Monitor the following: HR 2419/S 2302, titles 1, relating to livestock competition and contracting issues; title 7, related to enhancing and expanding agricultural research on plant and animal disease; title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels, and title 11, related to issues on animal care, wellbeing and production systems. Legislation, all titles, as it relates to FDA regulation of rendering, livestock and poultry feed, pet food and animal food ingredients, including FDA registration, export certification, user fees, import certification, mandatory recall and standards of operation. Food & Drug Administration pending Advanced Feed Safety System discussions with industry as to ingredient and processing definitions and standards. Issues relating to the publication of FDAs proposed final rule to amend its BSE feed rule on feed ingredients of animal origin in animal feeds and pet food. EPAs redrafting of its draft risk assessment on dioxin and its risk to human health, particularly as relates to foods of animal origin as the source of dioxin.

Biodiesel Energy Generation Alternative Fuels HR 2419/S 2302, title 9, relating to research and programs fostering development of alternative feedstocks for biofuel manufacture, and title 12 (Senate) relating to the extension of various tax incentives for the creation of bio-based fuels. Sen.Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221 to extend various federal tax incentives for the production of alternative fuels, including biodiesel from animal fats and rendered products, and the blending of alternative fuels with diesel. HR 5351, those titles relating to the extension of animal-based biodiesel tax incentives, as well as the alternative fuel mixture tax credit. (HR 6, title 15), and pending legislation in the Senate (Sen. Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221.