More than 1,000 Capitol Hill lawmakers, staff, meat industry representatives and members of the media filled the Rayburn House Office Building Courtyard yesterday to celebrate July as National Hot Dog Month at the American Meat Institute (AMI) Annual Hot Dog Lunch on Capitol Hill.
“Since the mid-1970s, AMI’s Hot Dog Lunch has been an annual celebration. This lunch brings to life America’s love of hot dogs, a love that bridges the gap between party divisions,” said AMI Interim President and CEO Jim Hodges. “The Hot Dog Lunch is one the most popular events on Capitol Hill as our guests join us to celebrate this iconic American food..”