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US HB3806
Bill
Status
Introduced
6/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Monica De La Cruz
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AI Summary
- Secretary of Agriculture must conduct a comprehensive study within 90 days on U.S. preparedness to combat the New World screwworm (NWS), a parasitic fly that infests livestock, wildlife, and occasionally humans
- Study must assess current NWS threats from neighboring countries (particularly Mexico), evaluate sterile insect technique capabilities, review surveillance and detection systems, and examine emergency response plans
- Research and development needs must be identified, including new diagnostic tools, improved sterile insect techniques, alternative control methods, and genetic research into NWS vulnerabilities
- Secretary must consult with livestock producers, wildlife management agencies, veterinary professionals, scientific experts, and state/local officials during the study
- Final report with findings and recommendations for legislative and administrative actions due to House and Senate Agriculture Committees within 6 months of enactment
Legislative Description
New World Screwworm Preparedness Act of 2025
Agriculture and food
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
6/6/2025
Committee Referrals
Agriculture6/6/2025
Full Bill Text
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