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Livestock Consolidation Research Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 4:06 PM

Summary of Bill S 1020

Bill 118 s 1020, also known as the Livestock Consolidation Research Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide funding for research into the consolidation of livestock production in the United States.

The bill aims to address the growing trend of consolidation in the livestock industry, where a small number of large corporations control a significant portion of the market. This consolidation has raised concerns about the impact on small and independent farmers, as well as on animal welfare and environmental sustainability.

If passed, the Livestock Consolidation Research Act of 2023 would allocate funds to research institutions and universities to study the effects of consolidation on various aspects of the livestock industry. This research would include examining the economic, social, and environmental impacts of consolidation, as well as potential policy solutions to address any negative consequences. Overall, the goal of this bill is to provide policymakers with the information they need to make informed decisions about how to regulate and support the livestock industry in a way that benefits both producers and consumers. It is an important piece of legislation that seeks to promote transparency and accountability in the livestock sector.

Congressional Summary of S 1020

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 S 1020

Bill S 1020 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill S 1020 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 29, 2023.  Bill S 1020's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of March 29, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1020

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1020

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1020

Livestock Consolidation Research Act of 2023
Livestock Consolidation Research Act of 2023
A bill to require the Administrator of the Economic Research Service to conduct research on consolidation and concentration in the livestock industry, and for other purposes.

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