Oklahoma Farmers Fight Federal Save Our Bacon Act
- mike33692
- Oct 14
- 1 min read
Farmers Take Fight to Washington
A group of Oklahoma farmers traveled to Washington, D.C., this week to oppose two federal bills — the Save Our Bacon Act and the EATS Act. They say the legislation would strip states of livestock-welfare laws requiring humane space standards for pigs, chickens, and veal calves.
Nate Beaulac, who owns a farm near Tulsa, said large agriculture corporations claim those rules hurt profits, but small producers say the opposite is true.
“These laws protect animals and small farms alike,” he explained.
Big Ag vs. Small Farmers
The bills, backed by some major meat-packing groups, argue that differing state laws complicate interstate commerce. However, Oklahoma farmers counter that the measures mainly benefit industrial producers while undermining family-farm practices.
Beaulac and others met with congressional staff to advocate for keeping state-level control over agricultural standards.
“We just want to make sure Oklahoma farmers aren’t punished for doing the right thing,” Beaulac said.
Broader Implications
Critics warn that passage of the federal bills could nullify voter-approved livestock regulations in multiple states, including California and Massachusetts.
Supporters of the state requirements say humane treatment not only benefits animals but also improves food quality and safety.
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