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A bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to review the Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program, and for other programs.
1/30/2025, 11:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 319
The bill also calls for the Secretary of Agriculture to evaluate the effectiveness of the current program and identify any areas for improvement. Additionally, the Secretary is directed to consider the impact of the program on the livestock industry, as well as any potential economic benefits or drawbacks.
In addition to reviewing the Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program, the bill also mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to assess other tick-borne diseases that may pose a threat to livestock. This comprehensive review will help ensure that the United States is adequately prepared to prevent and control these diseases, ultimately safeguarding the health and well-being of the nation's livestock. Overall, Bill 119 s 319 is an important piece of legislation that seeks to enhance the effectiveness of the Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program and address other tick-borne diseases that may impact the livestock industry. By conducting a thorough review and identifying areas for improvement, the Secretary of Agriculture can better protect the health and livelihood of American cattle.
Congressional Summary of S 319
Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program Enhancement Act of 2025
This bill requires the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to enter into a contract to evaluate the Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program.
Under the program, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service works in coordination with the Texas Animal Health Commission to combat the spread of cattle fever ticks, which can spread a serious cattle disease called bovine babesiosis or cattle fever.
Specifically, USDA must enter into a contract to review and report on the Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program with a (1) land-grant college or university, or (2) non-land-grant college of agriculture.
The review must include an evaluation of the program's (1) effectiveness with respect to preventing and reducing the spread of cattle fever ticks; and (2) benefits, and the burdens of compliance, to cattle producers.
The review must also evaluate the treatment protocols developed and implemented under the program.
Further, the review must evaluate the federal and state funds allocated to support the program for the most recent fiscal year.
