H.B. No. 5204 amends the Health and Safety Code to regulate low-volume livestock processing establishments in Texas. The bill defines a low-volume livestock processing establishment as one that processes specific quantities of various livestock, including fewer than 10,000 domestic rabbits, fewer than 400 domestic swine, fewer than 800 sheep, fewer than 1,000 goats, and fewer than 100 cattle. Additionally, it clarifies that establishments processing 1,000 or fewer poultry raised by the operator are not included in this definition.

The bill also states that establishments processing 1,000 or fewer poultry are not subject to additional state regulation and are permitted to sell poultry products directly to consumers. The changes aim to streamline regulations for smaller livestock processors while ensuring that they can operate without excessive oversight. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 433.0245 (Health and Safety Code 433)