FSISProposed Rule
Maximum Line Speed Rates for Young Chicken and Turkey Establishments Operating under the New Poultry Inspection System
AgricultureLabor & WorkplaceHealthcare
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Summary
The federal government is proposing new rules about how fast chicken and turkey processing plants can run their production lines. The rules aim to balance food safety and worker safety while keeping inspection procedures effective at poultry facilities.
Key Points
- 1Sets maximum speeds for how quickly chickens and turkeys can move through processing lines at meat plants
- 2Applies to facilities using the newer poultry inspection system established by the USDA
- 3Affects poultry processing companies, food safety inspectors, and workers at these facilities
- 4The public has until April 21, 2026 to submit comments on whether these speed limits are appropriate
- 5Faster line speeds can mean more production but may create safety concerns for both food quality and worker wellbeing
Key Dates
Published
February 19, 2026
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