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Safe Line Speeds in Meat Plants During COVID-19

This act temporarily suspends increased line speeds in U.S. meat and poultry establishments during the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal is to protect worker health and safety, and ensure proper food quality control. Citizens can expect meat and poultry to be produced under conditions that prioritize food and worker safety.
Key points
Suspension of increased line speeds in meat and poultry establishments during the COVID-19 pandemic and for 90 days after its end.
Prohibition on issuing new waivers for faster line speeds and suspension of the new swine slaughter inspection system.
Requirement for a government review to assess the effectiveness of actions taken to protect animal, food, and worker safety.
Requirement for government agencies to report on actions taken to ensure safety during the pandemic.
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Additional Information
Safe Line Speeds During COVID–19 Act of 2021
Print number: S 713
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-03-11