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US HB3457
Bill
Status
5/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Barry Moore
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AI Summary
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Establishes a feral swine eradication and control program under the Secretary of Agriculture to address threats feral swine pose to agriculture, native ecosystems, and human and animal health
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Provides $150,000,000 in mandatory funding for fiscal years 2026-2030, with 40% allocated to the Natural Resources Conservation Service for producer assistance and 60% to the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service for population reduction methods
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Requires contracts with land-grant colleges and universities to conduct research on novel control methods, evaluate damages, and provide educational support for eradication efforts
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Limits the federal cost share to 75% of program activities, with non-federal contributions allowed as in-kind materials or services
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Caps administrative expenses at 10% of program funds and repeals the existing feral swine pilot program from the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018
Legislative Description
To amend the Food Security Act of 1985 with respect to the feral swine eradication and control program, and for other purposes.
Agriculture and food
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
5/15/2025