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Bacon Battle Shapes Farm Bill Future | Des Moines News
A fiery battle rages over the “Save Our Bacon Act,” a controversial Farm Bill provision backed by Rep. Ashley Hinson that would block states from imposing livestock regulations—like California’s Prop 12—on meat sold within their borders. Supporters say it’s vital for family farmers and national market access, while opponents accuse it of favoring big agribusiness and undermining consumer protections. With millions spent on ads and political stakes rising in Iowa’s Senate race, the bill’s fate hangs in the balance as House and Senate versions diverge, making this one of the most heated farm…
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