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Press Release
August 7, 2007
Susan Davis Crack Down on Dog Fighting
Davis cosponsors legislation to strengthen federal laws against dog fighting and increases penalties for those found guilty engaging in dog fighting
WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Susan Davis (D-Calif) took steps to end dog fighting by supporting legislation to strengthen federal laws and increase penalties.
“Dog fighting is an inhumane and cruel practice that results in the suffering and sometimes death of innocent animals,” said Davis, a member of the Congressional Friends of Animals Caucus. “Those who are engaged in this reprehensible endeavor should know that there will be severe consequences if they participate in dog fighting.”
The Dog Fighting Prohibition Act (H.R. 3219) makes it a federal crime to buy, sell, transport, train or possess fighting dogs, or to participate as a spectator at a dog fight. It also eliminates the requirement that federal prosecutors prove dogs were transported across state lines, and increases sentencing penalties from a maximum of three, to a maximum of five years in prison.
Davis has consistently supported legislation that helps ensure the ethical treatment of animals. She voted to protect horses from slaughter for human consumption overseas. She co-sponsored legislation to crack down on animal fighting, provide better oversight at mass dog breeding “puppy mills,” and stop the sale of “downed” livestock who are too sick or injured to walk.
In March, Davis was recognized by the Humane Society of the United States for her advocacy for animal welfare issues and receiving a perfect score on the 2006 Humane Scorecard. Davis was honored with the Humane Society's "Humane Advocate Award" for 2006.