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To delay the implementation of a rule relating to the importation of sheep and goats and products derived from sheep and goats, and for other purposes.
12/30/2022, 3:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6232
Bill 117 hr 6232, also known as the "Sheep and Goat Importation Rule Delay Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to postpone the enforcement of a rule regarding the importation of sheep, goats, and products made from them. The rule in question was put forth by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and is set to go into effect soon.
The bill seeks to delay the implementation of this rule for a certain period of time, allowing for further review and consideration of its potential impacts. The reasoning behind this delay is to ensure that all stakeholders, including farmers, ranchers, and consumers, have the opportunity to provide input and feedback on the rule before it is fully enforced.
In addition to delaying the implementation of the rule, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the importation of sheep and goats. These additional purposes are not specified in the summary provided, but may include measures to address concerns related to animal health, food safety, and trade regulations. Overall, the Sheep and Goat Importation Rule Delay Act aims to provide a temporary reprieve for stakeholders affected by the USDA rule, allowing for a more thorough examination of its potential impacts and ensuring that all parties have a voice in the decision-making process.
The bill seeks to delay the implementation of this rule for a certain period of time, allowing for further review and consideration of its potential impacts. The reasoning behind this delay is to ensure that all stakeholders, including farmers, ranchers, and consumers, have the opportunity to provide input and feedback on the rule before it is fully enforced.
In addition to delaying the implementation of the rule, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the importation of sheep and goats. These additional purposes are not specified in the summary provided, but may include measures to address concerns related to animal health, food safety, and trade regulations. Overall, the Sheep and Goat Importation Rule Delay Act aims to provide a temporary reprieve for stakeholders affected by the USDA rule, allowing for a more thorough examination of its potential impacts and ensuring that all parties have a voice in the decision-making process.
Congressional Summary of HR 6232
This bill requires the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to submit a report on the potential costs and benefits of its proposed rule governing the importation of live sheep, goats, other ruminants, and products derived from sheep and goats. It also bars USDA from finalizing, implementing, administering, or enforcing the rule until one year after the date that USDA submits the report.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6232
Bill HR 6232 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 9, 2021. Bill HR 6232 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 9, 2021. Bill HR 6232's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock and Foreign Agriculture. as of January 4, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6232
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
38Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
34Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6232
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodPotential Impact Areas
- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Agricultural marketing and promotion
- Agricultural trade
- Animal and plant health
- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Competitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficits
- Congressional oversight
- Department of Agriculture
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Government studies and investigations
- Infectious and parasitic diseases
- Livestock
- Meat
- Trade restrictions
- Veterinary medicine and animal diseases
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6232
To delay the implementation of a rule relating to the importation of sheep and goats and products derived from sheep and goats, and for other purposes.
To delay the implementation of a rule relating to the importation of sheep and goats and products derived from sheep and goats, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6232
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