HR 7818
American Meat Freedom Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 4:01 AM
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Bill overview
The American Meat Freedom Act would allow meat and meat food products inspected by state programs to be shipped across state lines, provided those states meet federal standards and the Secretary of Agriculture confirms they do. This aims to increase market access for smaller ranchers and boost competition in the meat industry. The bill requires specific labeling and periodic audits to ensure food safety is maintained at a level equivalent to federal inspection. It seeks to strengthen the domestic food supply by reducing barriers to interstate trade for inspected meat products.
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