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Temporary Ban on Brazilian Beef Imports for Food Safety Review.

This law immediately halts the import of beef from Brazil into the United States to protect public and animal health. A working group of food safety and animal health experts will be established to evaluate potential threats posed by the imported meat. The ban remains in effect until this group submits its final safety recommendations to the Secretary of Agriculture.
Key points
Immediate, temporary suspension of all beef and beef product imports from Brazil.
Mandatory establishment of an expert working group to assess threats to U.S. food safety and animal health.
Imports will remain suspended until the working group delivers its official safety recommendations.
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Print number: 118_S_480
Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Process start date: 2023-02-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Brazil, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_480.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Immediate, temporary suspension of all beef and beef product imports from Brazil.
  • Mandatory establishment of an expert working group to assess threats to U.S. food safety and animal health.
  • Imports will remain suspended until the working group delivers its official safety recommendations.
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. Tester, Jon [D-MT].

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 Health