To amend the Federal Meat Inspection Act, to provide exemptions for small scale red meat producers and processors.
Latest action (5 Oct 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
H.R. 10744, introduced by Representative Thomas Massie, aims to modify the Federal Meat Inspection Act. The stated purpose of the bill is to create exemptions from certain requirements for small-scale producers and processors of red meat.
The bill, as described by its title, would potentially affect small businesses involved in raising and processing red meat by altering the federal regulations they must follow. It is intended to provide relief to these smaller entities within the meat industry.
This bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives. As it has just been introduced, it has not yet moved through any legislative committees or undergone votes. Its next steps would involve being referred to a committee for review and potential amendment before it could be considered by the full House.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on October 5, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10744 do?
- H.R. 10744, introduced by Representative Thomas Massie, aims to modify the Federal Meat Inspection Act. The stated purpose of the bill is to create exemptions from certain requirements for small-scale producers and processors of red meat. The bill, as described by its title, would potentially affect small businesses involved in raising and processing red meat by altering the federal regulations they must follow. It is intended to provide relief to these smaller entities within the meat industry. This bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives. As it has just been introduced, it has not yet moved through any legislative committees or undergone votes. Its next steps would involve being referred to a committee for review and potential amendment before it could be considered by the full House.
- Has H.R. 10744 become law?
- Not yet. As of 5 Oct 2026, H.R. 10744 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10744?
- H.R. 10744 was sponsored by Rep. Thomas Massie [R-KY4] (Republican-KY), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10744?
- Introduced (5 Oct 2026).
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