Safe cattle act
Safe Cattle Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the Secretaries of Agriculture and the Interior to work together to prevent, control, and eradicate New World screwworm in wildlife and non-livestock animals on certain federal lands. It establishes a framework for coordinating surveillance, response efforts, and eradication protocols to protect both wildlife and domestic animal agriculture. The bill also requires regular reporting to Congress on the progress of these efforts.
Key provisions
- Establishes an interagency agreement between the Departments of Agriculture and the Interior.
- Focuses on surveillance and monitoring of New World screwworm in wildlife.
- Coordinates response procedures with state wildlife and livestock health officers.
- Develops science-based approaches for managing the threat.
- Requires regular reporting to Congress on eradication efforts.
Who is affected
- National Park Service
- United States Fish and Wildlife Service
- Bureau of Land Management
- Bureau of Reclamation
- Forest Service
Notable changes
- Expands federal efforts to combat New World screwworm beyond livestock.
- Formalizes interagency collaboration for a coordinated response.
- Mandates regular reporting to Congress on the status of eradication efforts.
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