CONGRESSMEN LANGWORTHY AND POCAN INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN COMPACT ACT TO END TAXPAYER-FUNDED BIOMEDICAL TESTING ON DOGS AND CATS

Washington, Sept. 23 -- Congressman Nick Langworthy issued the following press release:

Washington, D.C. - September 23rd.Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) and Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02) today announced the introduction of the Companion Animal Protection Against Cruel Testing (COMPACT) Act, the most comprehensive legislation in history to modernize federally funded biomedical research and end inhumane testing practices on dogs and cats. The legislation was announced at a press conference in Washington with the nation's leading animal wellness organizations and rescue beagles released from Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin, which drew national attention and closure following revelations of widespread abuse. Image Image The COMPACT Act prohi...