Bills · S 3377
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 3377Agriculture and Food
A bill to delay the implementation of a rule relating to the importation of sheep and goats and products derived from sheep and goats, and for other purposes.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it temporarily halts a significant change to how sheep, goats, and their products are imported into the United States. If the rule were to be implemented as originally proposed, it could potentially change the supply and prices of these goods, directly impacting the livelihoods of American farmers and the wallets of consumers.
The bill provides a critical pause to thoroughly assess the economic and health consequences of the proposed rule. Without this bill, the rule could be finalized and implemented without a comprehensive understanding of its effects on domestic producers, market competitiveness, consumer confidence, or the risks of disease spread. By requiring a detailed study and report, the bill ensures that policymakers receive robust information to make informed decisions, potentially leading to adjustments that protect American agriculture and public health interests.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The bill prohibits federal officials from finalizing, implementing, administering, or enforcing the proposed 2016 rule regarding the importation of sheep, goats, and certain other ruminants.
This ensures that the controversial import rule cannot take effect until further review and consideration by Congress.
PROVISION 02
The prohibition on the rule's implementation lasts until one year after the Secretary of Agriculture submits a required report to Congress.
This sets a specific timeline for the delay, linking it to the completion and review of a comprehensive study.
PROVISION 03
The Secretary of Agriculture must conduct a study on the potential costs and benefits of the proposed import rule, assessing its impact on imports, domestic producers, prices, demand, competitiveness, and animal health.
This provides a data-driven analysis to inform future decisions about the rule, addressing concerns from various stakeholders.
PROVISION 04
Within one year of the bill's enactment, the Secretary of Agriculture must submit a report to specified Congressional committees, detailing the study's findings and recommending changes to mitigate any negative effects of the rule.
This holds the Secretary accountable for delivering a timely assessment and recommendations, directly engaging Congress in the rulemaking process.
SPONSORSHIP
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R· Wyoming
YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSDEC 4
Introduced in Senate
DEC 4
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S8514)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 3377
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedDec 4, 2025
Last actionDec 4, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · AGRICULTURE, NUTRITION, AND FORESTRY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 4, 2025
Senate BillS 3377Agriculture and Food
A bill to delay the implementation of a rule relating to the importation of sheep and goats and products derived from sheep and goats, and for other purposes.
INTRODUCED DEC 4, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 4, 2025
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