From: James P. Walters [james-walters@uiowa.edu]
Sent: Saturday, March 10, 2001 9:31 AM
To: FDADockets@oc.fda.gov
Subject: DOCKET NUMBER 98P-0151/CP1

Re: DOCKET NUMBER 98P-0151/CP1

I am writing in support of the petition to ban the slaughter of downed
animals. Animals that are too sick or injured to even stand should not be
allowed to be slaughtered for human consumption. The circumstances
surrounding the handling and slaughter of these animals pose a higher risk
for bacterial contamination. Additionally, there is some evidence that BSE
may be present in the United States and downed animals may indicate BSE.
Finally, the methods for handling downed cattle are inhumane and should not
be allowed in a country that calls itself civilized.

Sincerely,

Jim Walters   james-walters@uiowa.edu
1033 E. Washington
Iowa City, IA 52240-5248   (319) 466-1134
U.S.A.