Local measure · Denver County
City and County of Denver Initiated Ordinance 311Ban on force-feeding birds and sale of foie gras
In plain words
- Would prohibit force-feeding birds and selling products derived from force-fed birds, including foie gras, in Denver.
- Initiated by petition.
- The Department of Finance expects no fiscal impact; the health department would absorb added workload (per Gazette).
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What your vote means
YES
Bans force-feeding birds and selling products from force-fed birds in Denver.
NO
Current rules remain; no ban.
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Why people want it, and why others object
Why supporters want it
- Supporters argue force-feeding ducks and geese is cruel and unnecessary for a luxury item, and note the practice is illegal in more than 20 countries and in New York City, Pittsburgh, Portland and California (Denver Gazette summary of voter booklet). source: denvergazette.com
- Denver DSA (advocacy group, recommends Yes) cites animal suffering and nutrient runoff from production. source: denverdsa.org
Why opponents object
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Who backs each side
- No committee or campaign finance information found. source: denvergazette.com
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