Tick-Borne Livestock Disease Research Prioritization Act
A bill to amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to prioritize emerging tick-borne livestock disease research, and for other purposes.
This bill proposes to update the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 by focusing more on research into tick-borne diseases that affect livestock. It aims to help farmers and ranchers better protect their animals from these emerging health threats, which could reduce economic losses and improve food safety. The bill was introduced on August 5, 2026, and is currently being reviewed by the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Those directly affected by this bill would be livestock farmers and ranchers, as it seeks to enhance their ability to combat diseases transmitted by ticks. By improving research and knowledge, the bill could lead to better prevention and treatment strategies, ultimately benefiting the agricultural industry and consumers.
The bill was introduced and referred to the relevant committee on August 5, 2026. As of now, it is in the early stages of the legislative process, awaiting further action from the committee.
