US passes animal free toxicity tests

In a gesture that heralds a wonderful New Year and probably has the entire animal and human world cheering, the US Congress has just passed a bill and funds approving the development of tests that do not involve the use of animals. As much as $4 million have been made available for the development and validation of tests that do not involve the use of animals. Some key people who have played a role in helping to have this bill passed are Representative James Walsh, Senator Robert Smith and other members of Congress. Intensive lobbying by DDAL ( Doris Day Animal League), PETA and The Humane Society of the United States has helped to have this bill passed.