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Nebraska bill could pave way for horse processing to resume

The Nebraska state legislature has given final approval to a state meat inspection bill—legislation that could open the door to horse processing in the state.

The sponsor of LB 305, state senator Tyson Larson of O’Neill, calls passage of the bill “a big first step”.  It directs the Nebraska Department of Agriculture to come up with a plan for establishing a state meat inspection agency and to report back to the legislature before the 2012 session.

Larson says the bill involves more than just horse processing, but he agrees it’s the issue everyone is talking about. 

Brownfield’s Ken Anderson talked to Larson about the legislation, a possible showdown with USDA over horse processing, and opposition from HSUS.

AUDIO: Tyson Larson (8 min MP3)