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RepublicanBill · S. 421· Senate(119-S-421)

American Beef Labeling Act of 2025

Rep. Thune
Age: 65 years
South Dakota
Introduced
2/5/2025
Last activity
2/5/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S668)
Sponsored by
John Thune
Cosponsors
Republican - 7Democrat - 4
Agriculture and Food
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

The American Beef Labeling Act of 2025 aims to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946. This bill seeks to establish country of origin labeling requirements specifically for beef. It defines beef as meat produced from cattle, including veal. The legislation directs the United States Trade Representative, working with the Secretary of Agriculture, to find a way to reinstate mandatory labeling that follows World Trade Organization rules. Once a method is determined, it must be implemented within one year of the Act's enactment.

Yes

  • Would farmers be better off under this?+5

    The bill establishes a mechanism to mandate country of origin labeling for beef, which can benefit domestic cattle producers.

  • Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+5

    The bill requires country of origin labeling for beef, providing consumers with more information about the products they purchase.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?+3

    The bill creates a framework for beef producers to have their product origin verified through mandatory labeling.

The opposite

  • Does this make trade with other countries easier?-2

    The bill requires that the new labeling mandate must be reconciled with World Trade Organization rules to avoid trade disputes.