The USDA announced proposed updates to federal line speed regulations of poultry and pork establishments operating under modern inspection systems.
The agency said these updates reflect years of data and experience, and are designed to help lower costs for American families, reduce outdated regulatory barriers for processors, and support a more efficient and resilient food supply.
“These updates remove outdated bottlenecks so that we can lower production costs and create greater stability in our food system,” said Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins.
The changes would allow eligible establishments to operate at speeds supported by their processes, equipment, and food safety performance.
The Food Safety and Inspection Service would maintain full oversight and retain the authority for its inspectors to slow or stop operations whenever inspection cannot be performed effectively.
The proposals are intended to help establishments that have operated under waivers, pilots, and temporary measures for years by giving them more certainty.
