Bill > HB06214

This bill proposes to modify existing state statutes to allow butcher shops to process livestock that is owned by farmers and has been inspected by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The purpose of this legislation is to help alleviate the current backlog in processing livestock for farmers. By authorizing butcher shops to handle farmer-owned and USDA-inspected animals, the bill aims to create more opportunities for local meat processing and potentially reduce waiting times for farmers seeking to have their livestock processed. The bill represents a straightforward legislative change designed to support agricultural businesses by increasing the number of facilities that can process livestock, which could help streamline the agricultural supply chain and provide more flexibility for farmers in getting their animals processed.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillstatus/cgabillstatus.asp?selBillType=Bill&bill_num=HB06214&which_year=2025