Protecting America’s Herds Act

This bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to create a competitive grant program for cooperative extension services to prepare for and respond to New World screwworm outbreaks in livestock. Grant money could be used to train extension staff, support livestock inspections and inspector training, run education programs for producers, and give direct technical help to livestock producers. The Secretary must give priority to extension services in States or Tribal communities at higher risk of the pest's introduction or spread. The bill authorizes Congress to provide such funding as may be necessary, without setting a specific amount.

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Sponsors

• Gabe Vasquez Democrat sponsor
• 19 cosponsors