Feral Swine Eradication Act

Summary#

The bill would continue the feral swine eradication and control program, replacing its pilot status with an ongoing program. It would require federal agencies to monitor an area for one year after determining that feral swine have been eradicated there. The bill also provides $75 million for fiscal years 2025 through 2030 and requires public reports on program activities, funding, and results.

What it means for you#

The program can operate in areas where the Secretary of Agriculture finds feral swine threaten agriculture, native ecosystems, or human or animal health. The bill requires reports about program work and its results to be posted publicly.

Expenses#

The bill makes $75 million available for fiscal years 2025 through 2030. It changes two funding allocation shares from 50 percent each to 40 percent and 60 percent.

Proponents' View#

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Opponents' View#

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