Republican lawmakers are pushing for permanent changes to meat processing regulations following the White House’s recent move to ease restrictions for small-scale ranchers. While the administration has temporarily streamlined approvals for on-farm slaughter and processing, critics argue the policy should be codified into law to ensure long-term stability. The debate highlights ongoing tensions between executive actions and legislative solutions in agricultural policy. Supporters say the shift could empower local producers, but opponents warn of potential oversight gaps without formal legislation.
GOP Rep. Thomas Massie (Ky.) reupped his calls Friday for Congress to remove barriers for local meat processors after President Trump announced he would make it easier for ranchers to process their own food. “This is great, but it should be a law, not just an executive order,” Massie wrote in a social media post,...
