Update to Packers and Stockyards Act Passes Congress
Oct 4, 2016
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Rep. DesJarlais co-sponsored H.R. 5883 which focuses on online and video livestock auctions, and clarified that P&S requirements apply to these sales. This bill makes it clear that farmers and ranchers selling through online and video auctions are provided similar protections to those selling at fixed facility markets. The bill also modernized methods of payment available for use in cattle auctions.