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Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2023
5/24/2024, 1:42 PM
Summary of Bill S 346
Bill 118 s 346, also known as the Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a special investigator within the Department of Agriculture to oversee and enforce regulations related to the meat and poultry industry.
The bill outlines the responsibilities of the special investigator, which include conducting investigations into potential violations of food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with labeling requirements, and monitoring the overall safety and quality of meat and poultry products. The special investigator is also tasked with coordinating with other federal agencies, such as the Food and Drug Administration, to address any issues related to the meat and poultry industry.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased funding and resources for the Department of Agriculture to support the work of the special investigator. This includes funding for additional staff, training programs, and equipment necessary to carry out investigations and enforce regulations effectively. Overall, the Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2023 aims to strengthen oversight and enforcement within the meat and poultry industry to ensure the safety and quality of products for consumers. It represents a bipartisan effort to address concerns related to food safety and regulation within this important sector of the economy.
The bill outlines the responsibilities of the special investigator, which include conducting investigations into potential violations of food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with labeling requirements, and monitoring the overall safety and quality of meat and poultry products. The special investigator is also tasked with coordinating with other federal agencies, such as the Food and Drug Administration, to address any issues related to the meat and poultry industry.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased funding and resources for the Department of Agriculture to support the work of the special investigator. This includes funding for additional staff, training programs, and equipment necessary to carry out investigations and enforce regulations effectively. Overall, the Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2023 aims to strengthen oversight and enforcement within the meat and poultry industry to ensure the safety and quality of products for consumers. It represents a bipartisan effort to address concerns related to food safety and regulation within this important sector of the economy.
Congressional Summary of S 346
Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2023
This bill establishes within the Department of Agriculture (USDA) the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters.
Specifically, the office must use all available tools (e.g., subpoenas) to investigate and prosecute violations of the Packers and Stockyards Act of 1921 by packers and live poultry dealers. Further, the bill grants the office the authority to bring any civil or administrative action authorized by that act against a packer or live poultry dealer.
Additionally, the office must
- serve as a liaison to the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission with respect to competition and trade practices in the food and agricultural sector,
- consult with the Department of Homeland Security on national security and critical infrastructure security in the food and agricultural sector,
- maintain a staff of attorneys and other professionals with appropriate expertise, and
- coordinate with the USDA Office of the General Counsel and the Packers and Stockyards Division of the Agricultural Marketing Service.
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Current Status of Bill S 346
Bill S 346 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2023. Bill S 346 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 9, 2023. Bill S 346's most recent activity was Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held. as of May 2, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 346
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
20Democrat Cosponsors
12Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 346
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodPotential Impact Areas
- Agricultural marketing and promotion
- Civil actions and liability
- Competition and antitrust
- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
- Department of Agriculture
- Executive agency funding and structure
- Food industry and services
- Livestock
- Meat
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 346
Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2023
Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2023
A bill to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters within the Department of Agriculture.
A bill to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters within the Department of Agriculture.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 346
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