The New World Screwworm Preparedness Act of 2025 directs the U.S. Department of Agriculture to study and report on America's readiness to prevent and respond to outbreaks of the New World screwworm, a parasitic fly that damages livestock, wildlife, and in rare cases humans. The bill responds to recent detections of the pest in neighboring Mexico, raising concerns about reintroduction into the United States after its successful eradication in the 1960s. The Agriculture Department must complete a comprehensive study within 90 days and submit a full report to Congress within six months, evaluating current threat levels, sterile insect production capabilities, surveillance systems, emergency response plans, research needs, and international cooperation efforts. The study must include consultation with livestock producers, wildlife agencies, veterinarians, and state and local officials. The report should provide recommendations for legislative and administrative actions to improve the nation's ability to combat potential screwworm outbreaks and protect the agricultural and ecological health of the United States.
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