To establish a grant program for preparing and responding to New World screwworm outbreaks, and for other purposes.
Bill Summary
Establishes a grant program to help prepare for and respond to New World screwworm outbreaks. Funds will go towards preventing and managing these outbreaks.
Sponsored By
Bill Journey
- Jun 18, 2026
- Jun 18, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
- TBD
The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
- TBD
If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
- TBD
If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects farmers, ranchers, and livestock owners who may be impacted by New World screwworm outbreaks, by providing them with financial assistance to prevent and respond to these outbreaks. It also affects communities that rely on agriculture, by helping to protect their local economies from the effects of these outbreaks.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
Documents
1
Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.
Bill Details
- Climate
Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.