STOP Screwworms Act

# STOP Screwworms Act Summary The STOP Screwworms Act (S. 1751) is a bill introduced in the Senate aimed at addressing the threat of screwworms—parasitic insects that burrow into the skin of livestock and wildlife, causing serious injuries or death. The bill would authorize federal funding and coordinate efforts to prevent the introduction and spread of screwworms in the United States, which has been screwworm-free since 1966 thanks to a long-standing eradication program. The legislation supports continued surveillance, research, and prevention measures to keep this destructive pest out of U.S. borders. The bill primarily affects livestock owners, agricultural producers, and wildlife managers who would benefit from enhanced protections against screwworms.

It also impacts federal agencies responsible for animal health and agriculture, including the USDA. By maintaining screwworm-free status, the bill protects the U.S. livestock industry from a costly and devastating pest. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. No further action has been taken at this time.