Livestock Consolidation Research Act of 2023

House Bill 5289 - Livestock Consolidation Research Act of 2023: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:01:48Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5289 Livestock Consolidation Research Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:01 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 5289

Livestock Consolidation Research Act of 2023

This bill requires the Economic Research Service (ERS) to publish a report on consolidation and concentration in the livestock industry (i.e., beef, dairy, pork, and poultry production, including broilers, eggs, and turkeys). ERS must publish the report within one year of the Census of Agriculture being made publicly available. The Census of Agriculture is conducted every five years; the 2022 census is scheduled for release in 2024.

The ERS report must include (1) information on changes in the size and location of ranches, farms, processing facilities, and packers throughout the United States; and (2) the impact of these changes on farmers, ranchers, and downstream consumers.

Current Status of Bill HR 5289

Bill HR 5289 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 25, 2023. Bill HR 5289 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on August 25, 2023. Bill HR 5289's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology. as of September 21, 2023