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US HB5341
Bill
Status
9/11/2025
Primary Sponsor
Eugene Vindman
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AI Summary
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Amends the Federal Meat Inspection Act (21 U.S.C. 623(a)) to expand exemptions from federal meat inspection requirements for livestock owners
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Extends the existing inspection exemption from individuals who raised the animals to any person who owns the animals "in whole or in part," enabling shared ownership arrangements
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Permits slaughter, preparation, and transportation of meat products without federal inspection when used exclusively by owners, their households, nonpaying guests, or employees
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Allows owners to designate agents to assist with slaughter, preparation, or transportation, provided the owner maintains custody and specific identification of the carcasses and meat products as determined by the Secretary of Agriculture
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Introduced September 11, 2025 by Rep. Vindman and Rep. Baird; referred to the House Committee on Agriculture
Legislative Description
LOCAL Foods Act of 2025 Livestock Owned by Communities to Advance Local Foods Act of 2025
Agriculture and food
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
9/11/2025