LA HCR21

Louisiana Legislature urges U.S. Congress to pass the Processing Revival and Intrastate Meat Exemption Act (PRIME Act) during the 119th Congress

PRIME Act would amend the Federal Meat Inspection Act (21 U.S.C. 623) to expand exemptions from mandatory federal inspections for custom slaughter facilities

Would allow Louisiana producers to process and sell meat directly to consumers, restaurants, and retailers within the state under state regulatory oversight rather than federal requirements

Resolution cites COVID-19 pandemic supply chain disruptions as evidence that centralized processing creates food security vulnerabilities

Copies to be transmitted to U.S. Senate and House presiding officers, Louisiana's congressional delegation, and Rep. Thomas Massie (PRIME Act sponsor)