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Ban on Mandatory Electronic Identification Eartags for Cattle and Bison

This bill prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture from implementing any rule that would mandate the use of electronic identification eartags (EID) on cattle and bison. This action prevents new federal costs and regulatory burdens for ranchers and farmers who raise these animals. It ensures that producers retain the choice regarding the methods used for livestock identification.
Key points
The federal government cannot require ranchers to use electronic identification tags on cattle and bison.
This prevents new mandatory expenses and compliance requirements for livestock producers.
Maintains voluntary participation in advanced animal tracking systems.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_4282
Sponsor: Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Process start date: 2024-05-08