Stop the Screwworms With Active Readiness and Mitigation Act of 2025; Stop the SWARM Act of 2025
Summary
The Stop the SWARM Act of 2025 directs the Secretary of Agriculture to submit a report to Congress regarding the New World Screwworm domestic readiness and response initiative. The report will focus on domestic readiness, sterile fly production technology, and the benefits/barriers of enhanced domestic sterile fly production. The goal is to improve the nation's ability to prevent and respond to potential outbreaks of the New World Screwworm.
Expected Effects
The immediate effect will be the creation and submission of a report by the Secretary of Agriculture. This report will inform future policy and resource allocation decisions related to screwworm prevention and eradication. Ultimately, the Act aims to enhance the nation's preparedness for and response to potential screwworm outbreaks.
Potential Benefits
- Improved domestic readiness for screwworm outbreaks.
- Advancements in sterile fly production technology.
- Enhanced collaboration between federal, state, and industry partners.
- More effective eradication tools and technologies.
- Potential cost savings through enhanced domestic production.
Potential Disadvantages
- The report itself may require resources and time to produce.
- There may be potential costs associated with constructing a domestic production facility.
- The report may reveal barriers to enhanced domestic sterile fly production.
- Potential delays in implementation if the report identifies significant challenges.
- Possible negative impacts on international partnerships if domestic production is prioritized.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Constitution's mandate to "promote the general Welfare" (Preamble) by addressing a threat to agriculture and animal health. Congress's power to regulate interstate commerce (Article I, Section 8) could also be invoked to justify federal action related to screwworm prevention and eradication. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).