SB 51 STATE MEAT INSPECTION PROGRAM

Sen Cliff R. Pirtle

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 Senate Bill 51 authorizes the creation of a state meat inspection program to ensure the safety and quality of meat for human consumption. Declares an emergency.
 

 Senate Bill 51 (SB 51) in SECTION 1 adds new section of Food Chapter 25 NMSA 1978 to create a state meat inspection program.

The board of regents of New Mexico State University, through the New Mexico Livestock Board, shall develop and administer a state meat inspection program with all necessary rules for ensuring food safety. 

SB 51 in Section 2 declares an emergency and requires this act take effect immediately.  

 Senate Bill 51 is related to Senate Bill 37 and House Bill 162 that enacts the Meat Inspection Act.