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Author Archives: Cordelia Hiers

It’s More than an Industry

Animal Agriculture AllianceBy Cordelia HiersAugust 7, 2017

I am constantly reminded how lucky I am to have found an interest in animal agriculture; the work itself is great, but the people are even better.

We All Have a Voice for Agriculture

Animal Agriculture AllianceBy Cordelia HiersJune 23, 2017

It took a year or so of college for me to figure this out, but my voice is necessary and welcome in this industry.

The Alliance Taught Me The Importance of “Why?”

Animal Agriculture AllianceBy Cordelia HiersSeptember 16, 2016

This summer I have asked a lot of questions and I have answered just as many, but most importantly I have learned to understand the importance of “Why?”

Everyone Needs a Farmer, Three Times a Day

Animal Agriculture AllianceBy Cordelia HiersAugust 12, 2016

Currently there is a great need to bridge the communication gap regarding the truth that serves as the backbone of American animal agriculture.

Reflections from the Animal Rights National Conference: what can we learn

Animal Agriculture AllianceBy Cordelia HiersJuly 22, 2016

The themes targeted the rights and welfare of all animals. After a few phrases were repeated, the strategic position these organizations held was clear: these conferences are an attempt to undermine the animal agriculture community.

Directionally Challenged

Animal Agriculture AllianceBy Cordelia HiersJune 24, 2016

Originally I was in route to becoming a zoo veterinarian, then to a farrier, to an equine vet, as well as considering equestrian management. The common ground: agriculture.

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Texas Legislation

PENDING

HB 3799
Description:

Relating to the advertising and labeling of certain meat food products.

Status: Introduced 3/7/2019
Pending

PASSED

HB 1081
Relating to a study regarding the prohibition of dairy farming in certain areas of the state
Description:

Would require the Texas Animal Health Commission to conduct a study regarding the current risk level for bovine tuberculosis in certain states determined by the Commission to be infected or at high risk for bovine tuberculosis. By 9/1/2014, the Commission must submit a report of the findings to the Department of Agriculture and others listed.

Status: Effective 6/14/2013
Passed
Pass Date: 6/14/2013

HB 1643
Description:

Would add a concentrated animal feeding operations to the list of facilities that drones are prohibited from flying over.

Status: Effective 9/1/17
Passed
Pass Date: 6/15/2017

HB 1819
Relating to liability for injuring a trespassing sheep or goat
Description:

Would make a person with a fence that is insufficient who kills or wounds a head of cattle, horse, goat or sheep liable to the owner of the animal for damages.

Status: Effective 9/1/2013
Passed
Pass Date: 6/14/2013

FAILED

HB 334
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Livestock Care Standards Advisory Committee
Description:

Would establish a 16-member Texas Livestock Care Standards Advisory Committee. The committee would be required to research and develop standards governing livestock and poultry care, food safety, local food availability, food affordability, and best farm management practices for animal well-being.

Status: Introduced 11/19/2010; Died in Committee
Failed

SJR 22
Right to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife amendment
Description:

Would amend Aricle 1, Section 34 of the Texas Constitution to include that people have the right to hunt, fish and harvest wildlife, including the use of traditioal methods, subject to laws and regulations to conserve and manage wildlife and preserve the future of hunting and fishing. Would also state that hunting and fishing are preferred methods of managing and controlling wildlife.

Status: Enrolled 5/20/2015; Died in Chamber
Failed