S 2633 United States Senate · 118th Congress

Poultry Grower Fairness Act of 2023

This bill amends the Packers and Stockyards Act to clarify regulatory authority over poultry dealers and strengthen legal protections for poultry growers. It directly affects farmers who raise poultry under contract agreements with companies (called "poultry growers" or "live poultry dealers"), making it easier for them to challenge unfair practices. Key provisions include adding "live poultry dealer" to regulatory definitions, allowing courts to issue injunctions related to poultry care, and requiring courts to award attorney fees to winning plaintiffs in relevant lawsuits. The bill also removes outdated sections (411-413) and updates language to ensure clarity in how contracts and inspections apply to poultry production.
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Introduced Jul 27, 2023 Last action Jul 27, 2023
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Jul 27, 2023
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
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