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American Beef Labeling Act of 2023
3/14/2024, 3:40 AM
Summary of Bill S 52
The American Beef Labeling Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 52, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to establish new labeling requirements for beef products sold in the United States.
Under the American Beef Labeling Act, all beef products sold in the US must be labeled with the country of origin of the beef. This includes information on where the cattle were born, raised, and slaughtered. The goal of this requirement is to provide consumers with more transparency and information about the beef they are purchasing.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the enforcement of these labeling requirements, including penalties for non-compliance. The US Department of Agriculture would be responsible for overseeing and enforcing the new labeling regulations. Supporters of the American Beef Labeling Act argue that it will help American consumers make more informed choices about the beef they buy, while also supporting American beef producers. Critics, however, raise concerns about the potential impact on international trade and the cost of implementing these new labeling requirements. Overall, the American Beef Labeling Act of 2023 aims to improve transparency in the beef industry and provide consumers with more information about the origin of the beef they purchase.
Under the American Beef Labeling Act, all beef products sold in the US must be labeled with the country of origin of the beef. This includes information on where the cattle were born, raised, and slaughtered. The goal of this requirement is to provide consumers with more transparency and information about the beef they are purchasing.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the enforcement of these labeling requirements, including penalties for non-compliance. The US Department of Agriculture would be responsible for overseeing and enforcing the new labeling regulations. Supporters of the American Beef Labeling Act argue that it will help American consumers make more informed choices about the beef they buy, while also supporting American beef producers. Critics, however, raise concerns about the potential impact on international trade and the cost of implementing these new labeling requirements. Overall, the American Beef Labeling Act of 2023 aims to improve transparency in the beef industry and provide consumers with more information about the origin of the beef they purchase.
Congressional Summary of S 52
American Beef Labeling Act of 2023
This bill reinstates mandatory country-of-origin labeling requirements for beef.
Specifically, the bill requires the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to develop a means of reinstating the requirements that complies with the rules of the World Trade Organization. The USTR and the Department of Agriculture must implement the means within one year.
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Current Status of Bill S 52
Bill S 52 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 24, 2023. Bill S 52 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 24, 2023. Bill S 52's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S76-77) as of January 24, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 52
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
16Democrat Cosponsors
10Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 52
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 52
American Beef Labeling Act of 2023
American Beef Labeling Act of 2023
A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to establish country of origin labeling requirements for beef, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 52
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