By the way, this may be posted elsewhere, but I got an email reminder from the Humane Society:

Today is National Call-In Day for Downed Farm Animals! Our
recent undercover investigation of the cruel treatment of cows
at a California slaughter plant has sparked renewed attention to
the downer issue, with several Congressional hearings and bills
introduced. Now it's essential that we keep Congress focused on
the issue and ensure they take action.

At the California slaughter plant, "downed" animals -- those too
sick or injured to stand and walk on their own -- were prodded
with electric shocks, dragged with chains, rammed with
forklifts, and subjected to other egregious abuse in efforts to
forcibly move them to slaughter. Downed animals may also be left
to languish without food, water, or veterinary care, and they
are at a higher risk of carrying harmful diseases.

The following bills have already been introduced and others are
in the works:

Downed Animal and Food Safety Protection Act (H.R. 661/S. 394)
to ban slaughter of downed livestock and require their immediate
humane euthanasia.

Downed Animal Enforcement Act (S. 2770) to ban slaughter of
downed livestock and establish stricter penalties for violations
of the downer ban and humane slaughter law.

Food Safety Recall Information Act (H.R. 5762) to require
release of names of retailers and school districts that
purchased meat, poultry, or egg products subject to recall, and
ban slaughter of downed livestock.

TAKE ACTION
It is critical that Congress take action on this issue quickly,
to reduce animal suffering and protect public health. When you
call, you will speak to a staff member who will pass your
message along to your legislator. Remember to be polite and
professional, and leave your name and address so it is clear
that you are a constituent.

https://community.hsus.org/campaign/FED_2008_downercallinday