Butcher Block Act

Hozzl · 2024-05-09T04:05:36Z

Explore the details of House Bill 559 Butcher Block Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/9/2024, 4:05 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 559

Butcher Block Act

This bill authorizes the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to make (or guarantee) loans and award grants for establishing, expanding, and otherwise supporting livestock and poultry processing and related activities.

In awarding grants and making or guaranteeing loans, USDA shall prioritize applicants that have experience in livestock and poultry processing and can quickly scale-up to increase overall processing capacity in the region involved.

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Current Status of Bill HR 559

Bill HR 559 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 26, 2023. Bill HR 559 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 26, 2023. Bill HR 559's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry. as of February 13, 2023