A–PLUS Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-13T08:25:28Z

Explore the details of House Bill 530 A–PLUS Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/13/2023, 8:25 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 530

Amplifying Processing of Livestock in the United States Act or the A-PLUS Act

This bill directs the Department of Agriculture to revise its regulations to allow livestock market agencies (e.g., auction market owners) to hold an ownership interest in, finance, or participate in the management or operation of a meat packer with a cumulative slaughter capacity of (1) less than 2,000 animals per day or 700,000 animals per year for cattle and sheep, and (2) less than 10,000 animals per day or 3 million animals per year for hogs.

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Current Status of Bill HR 530

Bill HR 530 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 26, 2023. Bill HR 530 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 26, 2023. Bill HR 530's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry. as of March 13, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 530

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Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 530

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to amend certain regulations to clarify that livestock auction owners may have an interest in small meatpacking businesses, and for other purposes.

A–PLUS Act

Amplifying Processing of Livestock in the United States Act