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Cattle Price Transparency Act: Fairer Meat Market for All

This act aims to increase transparency and fairness in the cattle market, potentially affecting meat prices in stores. It introduces new rules for price and contract reporting, giving farmers better market insight and consumers more stable prices.
Key points
Establishes a public library of cattle purchase contracts, providing farmers with better insight into market conditions.
Introduces mandatory minimum negotiated purchases of cattle by large processing plants to increase competition.
Modifies rules for reporting prices and carcass weights to make market information available faster and more accurately.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4030
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Process start date: 2022-04-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4030.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a public library of cattle purchase contracts, providing farmers with better insight into market conditions.
  • Introduces mandatory minimum negotiated purchases of cattle by large processing plants to increase competition.
  • Modifies rules for reporting prices and carcass weights to make market information available faster and more accurately.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 437.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Agriculture Economy