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Strengthening Protections and Enforcement for Poultry Growers Against Large Dealers.

This bill strengthens the legal standing of poultry growers in disputes with large processing companies (live poultry dealers). It grants the federal government new administrative authority to investigate and enforce rules against these dealers. Crucially, it mandates that successful growers in civil actions must be awarded attorney's fees, significantly reducing the financial barrier to seeking justice.
Key points
The federal government (Secretary of Agriculture) gains direct administrative enforcement power over live poultry dealers, similar to existing powers over meatpackers.
Poultry growers who prevail in civil lawsuits against dealers are guaranteed to have their reasonable attorney's fees covered.
The scope of protection is expanded to cover individuals caring for live poultry under contract, regardless of ownership.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2633
Sponsor: Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Poultry Grower Fairness Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2633.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The federal government (Secretary of Agriculture) gains direct administrative enforcement power over live poultry dealers, similar to existing powers over meatpackers.
  • Poultry growers who prevail in civil lawsuits against dealers are guaranteed to have their reasonable attorney's fees covered.
  • The scope of protection is expanded to cover individuals caring for live poultry under contract, regardless of ownership.
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. Fetterman, John [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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Agriculture Courts and Law