1972 Congressional Hearing on Federal Rabbit Meat Inspection
July 19, 2026
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The Frame
The hearing explored whether rabbit meat should be subject to mandatory federal standards similar to those for other livestock, which would impact food safety regulations and processing requirements for rabbit producers.
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Rabbit producers
Producers would be subject to new federal inspection standards if the proposed legislation were enacted.
Consumers
Consumers would be affected by changes in the regulatory oversight and safety standards of rabbit meat products.
Last recorded activity July 19, 2026.
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Key Facts
- The hearing was held on May 4, 1972, by the Subcommittee on Livestock and Grains.
- The primary subject was the consideration of H.R. 8714 and S. 1943.
- The legislation aimed to address the inspection of rabbits slaughtered for human food.
- The hearing took place during the second session of the Ninety-second Congress.
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The hearing explored whether rabbit meat should be subject to mandatory federal standards similar to those for other livestock, which would impact food safety regulations and processing requirements for rabbit producers.
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