Poultry; assistance funds, task force established, Department of Agriculture fund administration, international market assistance, action for in-state demand increase required
This bill establishes the Poultry Export Stabilization and Market Access Act to support Alabama's poultry industry through financial assistance, infrastructure investment, and market development. It creates a grant program for producers and exporters facing trade disruptions, provides funding for cold storage and logistics infrastructure, and requires the state to boost local demand through public purchasing and marketing campaigns. A new task force will monitor international trade risks and advise policymakers on industry challenges. The legislation applies to poultry producers, processors, and exporters operating within Alabama and takes effect on July 1, 2027.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 3, 2026
Last action Mar 3, 2026
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Mar 3, 2026
Lower · Passed
Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (State Government)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Party
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Curtis Travis
DDemocratic
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