arrow_back Back to App

Support for Local Meat Processors: Boosting Competition and Food Security.

This Act establishes a federal program providing loans, loan guarantees, and grants to small and expanded meat and poultry processing facilities. The goal is to increase local processing capacity, strengthening regional food supply chains and offering farmers more sales options. Citizens benefit from potentially more resilient meat supplies and support for local producers.
Key points
Loans up to $50 million (or $100 million for cooperatives) are available for constructing, expanding, or upgrading small meat and poultry processing plants.
The program targets smaller businesses by excluding the largest national processors (those handling over 5% of national production).
Grants are provided for training, feasibility studies, and technical assistance to help new enterprises enter the market and comply with regulations.
Facilities receiving aid must accept carcasses from all types and sizes of producers, ensuring fair access for small farmers.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2951
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2023-09-27
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-2025
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Butcher Block Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2951.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Loans up to $50 million (or $100 million for cooperatives) are available for constructing, expanding, or upgrading small meat and poultry processing plants.
  • The program targets smaller businesses by excluding the largest national processors (those handling over 5% of national production).
  • Grants are provided for training, feasibility studies, and technical assistance to help new enterprises enter the market and comply with regulations.
  • Facilities receiving aid must accept carcasses from all types and sizes of producers, ensuring fair access for small farmers.
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. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

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.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Public Investments Economy