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HR 1376

Healthy Poultry Assistance and Indemnification Act of 2025

119th Congress Introduced by Mark Alford and 13 co-sponsors

HR 1376 supports poultry farmers by providing financial aid for disease-related losses, ensuring rapid response to outbreaks, and enhancing health monitoring to stabilize the industry.

Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
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Bill Summary · HR 1376

Summary of HR 1376: Healthy Poultry Assistance and Indemnification Act of 2025

Purpose and Intent

The Healthy Poultry Assistance and Indemnification Act of 2025 (HR 1376) aims to provide financial support and compensation to poultry farmers affected by disease outbreaks and other adverse conditions. The bill seeks to enhance the resilience of the poultry industry by ensuring that farmers can recover from losses and maintain their operations.

Key Provisions

  • Indemnification for Losses: The bill proposes a framework for compensating poultry farmers who suffer losses due to disease outbreaks, such as avian influenza. This includes provisions for:

    • Financial assistance to cover the costs of culling infected birds.
    • Support for the disposal of carcasses and decontamination of affected facilities.

  • Emergency Assistance: The legislation establishes a mechanism for rapid response to poultry disease outbreaks, allowing for expedited funding and resources to be allocated to affected farmers.

  • Health Monitoring Programs: The bill encourages the implementation of enhanced health monitoring and biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of diseases within poultry populations.

  • Collaboration with State Agencies: It promotes collaboration between federal and state agencies to ensure effective management of poultry health crises and to streamline the indemnification process.

Affected Parties

  • Poultry Farmers: The primary beneficiaries of this bill are poultry farmers who face financial hardships due to disease outbreaks.
  • Agricultural Communities: The bill indirectly supports agricultural communities reliant on the poultry industry by stabilizing local economies and preserving jobs.
  • Consumers: By maintaining a healthy poultry supply, the bill aims to protect consumers from potential shortages and price increases associated with disease outbreaks.

Legislative Timeline

  • Introduced: February 14, 2025
  • Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture: February 14, 2025
  • Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry: March 20, 2025

Sponsors

The bill is sponsored by a bipartisan group of legislators, including:
- Primary Sponsor: Jim Costa
- Cosponsors: Chrissy Houlahan, Randy Feenstra, Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Pete Stauber, David Rouzer, Josh Riley, Sarah McBride, Sharice Davids, Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Steve Womack, Mark Alford, Brad Finstad, and Jared Huffman.

Related Legislation

HR 1376 has a companion bill in the Senate, S 574, which aims to address similar issues within the poultry industry.

This summary provides an overview of HR 1376, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and the stakeholders involved. The bill represents a proactive approach to safeguarding the poultry industry and ensuring the economic stability of farmers and their communities.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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