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Ban on Confining Pregnant Pigs

Recent Bills/Ban on Confining Pregnant Pigs

Ban on Confining Pregnant Pigs

IntroducedApril 3, 2025

In Senate1 year ago

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Sent to the Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Subcommittee.

Most bills stop at this point and never get a vote.

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Why This Matters

This bill prohibits the confinement of pregnant pigs in cramped spaces, ensuring they have room to move and live more comfortably.

If you care about animal welfare, this bill aims to improve the living conditions of pregnant pigs on farms.

Who this affects

Pig farmers · Breeding pigs

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill makes it illegal to confine breeding pigs in a way that restricts their movement.
2Starting December 31, 2025, each breeding pig must have at least 24 square feet of usable space.
3The bill allows exceptions for transportation, veterinary care, and during the five days before giving birth.
4The Secretary of Agriculture will provide financial help to pig farmers to meet these new requirements.
5State laws on animal welfare can still be stricter than this federal law.

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Bills must pass the House, Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.

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IntroducedApr 3, 2025

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Sent to the Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Subcommittee.

Most bills stop at this point and never get a vote.

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