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STOP Screwworms Act

6/10/2025, 8:08 PM

Summary of Bill S 1751

This bill, designated as S. 1751 in the 119th Congress and introduced on May 14, 2025, aims to compel the Secretary of Agriculture to create a facility for rearing New World screwworm flies.

Current Status of Bill S 1751

Bill S 1751 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 14, 2025. Bill S 1751 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on May 14, 2025.  Bill S 1751's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of May 14, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1751

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
5
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
14
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1751

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1751

A bill to require the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a New World screwworm fly rearing facility, and for other purposes.
A bill to require the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a New World screwworm fly rearing facility, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Noe Ashley

591

9 months ago

I can't believe they're actually considering this bill to establish a New World screwworm fly rearing facility. Like, seriously? How is this even a priority right now? It's just ridiculous. But hey, if it helps prevent the spread of these pests, I guess I'm all for it.