February 26, 2025

US bill introduced by senator seeks to protect Georgia's poultry growers

US senator Jon Ossoff is introducing a bipartisan bill to protect poultry growers and families buying groceries in Georgia, the United States, as the number of bird flu outbreaks in the country continues to rise.

"The Healthy Poultry Assistance and Indemnification Act (HPAI ACT) of 2025" is aimed at expanding support for the poultry industry during avian influenza outbreaks.

"Georgia farmers work tirelessly to feed the nation and the world. They need strong protections against avian flu outbreaks," Ossoff said. "That's why I'm working to bring together Republicans and Democrats to support Georgia poultry producers."

The bill would strengthen US Department of Agriculture's compensation programme to make all farmers in a controlled area are eligible for support.

- Local 3 News