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Committee clears repeal of century‑old ink‑stamp requirement for carcasses; inspections to continue
Summary
The House Agriculture Committee concurred in Senate Bill 78 to remove a long‑standing code requirement that each dressed carcass be ink‑stamped, saying current inspection and brands verification already protect ownership; the measure was concurred in 17‑0.
Sen. Josh Kasmier introduced Senate Bill 78, which would remove a historic requirement that each dressed carcass be ink‑stamped after slaughter. Kasmier described the provision as outdated and said the department already inspects animals prior to slaughter.
Jay Bodner, brands division administrator for the Montana Department of Livestock, told the committee the…
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