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H. R. 8179 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out research and development with respect to winter oilseed crops, and for other purposes.
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April 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,048
H.R. 8179, titled the "Winter Oilseed Study Act of 2024," mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct research on winter oilseed crops like canola and rapeseed. The Act aims to enhance sustainable farming by incorporating these crops into double and rotational cropping...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8179 wants to study special plants called winter oilseeds, like canola, to see how they can help farmers grow more crops and keep the earth healthy. It also plans to spend money on this research and report the findings to Congress, but some people worry about how the money will be used and if everyone gets a fair chance to join in the study.
H. R. 8676 — To reduce enteric methane emissions, and for other purposes.
June 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,834
The bill, known as H.R. 8676 or the EMIT LESS Act of 2024, aims to reduce the methane emissions produced by livestock in the United States. It directs the Secretary of Agriculture to establish research facilities and training programs to study and manage these emissions....
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to help farms make less of a gas called methane, which comes from animals like cows. It suggests finding new ways to feed and take care of these animals so they stay healthy while polluting less.
S. 4251 — To establish a payment program for unexpected loss of markets and revenues to timber harvesting and timber hauling businesses due to major disasters, and for other purposes.
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May 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:748
S. 4251, also known as the “Loggers Economic Assistance and Relief Act,” aims to provide financial support to timber harvesting and timber hauling businesses that suffer significant revenue losses due to major disasters. The bill authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to...
Simple Explanation
S. 4251 is a plan to help tree-cutting and tree-moving businesses if they lose a lot of money because of bad things like storms or bug attacks. The government promises up to $50 million a year until 2028 to support these businesses and keep them running.
H. R. 1726 — An Act To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:446
H.R. 1726, known as the “Continued Rapid Ohia Death Response Act of 2023,” requires the U.S. Secretary of the Interior to collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death. This disease is caused by a fungus affecting native...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 1726 is a plan where some big helpers in the U.S. government team up with people in Hawaii to save special trees that are getting sick from a fungus, by studying the problem and finding ways to help the forest stay healthy.
S. 1553 — An Act To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to improve the management of grazing permits and leases, and for other purposes.
December 20, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,136
S. 1553 aims to modify the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 by allowing temporary use of vacant grazing allotments for holders of existing grazing permits or leases during extreme natural events or disasters. The bill authorizes the Secretaries of Agriculture...
Simple Explanation
S. 1553 is a plan to help farmers with special permission to use empty fields for their animals when big problems like fires or no rain make their usual places unusable. It lets important people decide how and when to use these fields safely, so the grass and land stay healthy.
H. R. 7332 — An Act To require the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain Federal land to the State of Utah for inclusion in certain State parks, and for other purposes.
December 03, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:1,165
H. R. 7332 directs the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain pieces of federal land to the State of Utah to be added to state parks. The land will be integrated into Antelope Island State Park, Wasatch Mountain State Park, and Fremont...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give some land from the U.S. government to Utah so they can make parks there, but Utah has to cover all the costs of taking care of this land. If Utah stops using the land for parks, it might go back to the government.
H. R. 6994 — To require the reopening of covered recreation sites closed due to a natural disaster, and for other purposes.
December 18, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,488
H.R. 6994, known as the “Restoring Our Unopened Trails for Enjoyment and Safety Act” or the “ROUTES Act,” directs the reopening of recreation sites that have been closed due to natural disasters. It mandates that federal authorities reopen these sites within three years after...
Simple Explanation
The ROUTES Act is a plan that says when parks or fun places get closed because of a big storm or other natural disasters, they should be reopened within three years, even if it means skipping some steps that usually protect nature. If they stay closed, reports have to be sent to Congress to explain why.
H. R. 3195 — An Act To rescind Public Land Order 7917, to reinstate mineral leases and permits in the Superior National Forest, to ensure timely review of Mine Plans of Operations, and for other purposes.
May 01, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:486
The H. R. 3195 bill, known as the "Superior National Forest Restoration Act," aims to cancel Public Land Order 7917, which had withdrawn federal lands in Minnesota's Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties. It mandates the timely environmental and regulatory review of Mine Plans...
Simple Explanation
The Superior National Forest Restoration Act wants to undo a rule that protected parts of a forest in Minnesota and allow old permits to dig for minerals there again without people being able to challenge them in court. It also says any plans for digging need to be checked within about a year and a half.
H. R. 1829 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to convey the Pleasant Valley Ranger District Administrative Site to Gila County, Arizona.
March 21, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:921
H.R. 1829 requires the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer ownership of the Pleasant Valley Ranger District Administrative Site in Arizona to Gila County. The conveyance will include approximately 232.9 acres of land, with the condition that Gila County must use the land to support military...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about giving some land in Arizona to people in Gila County so they can help military veterans. If they don't use the land for that, it has to go back to the government.
H. R. 6011 — An Act To direct the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to notify applicants of the completion status of right-of-way applications under section 501 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 and section 28 of the Mineral Leasing Act.
April 11, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:411
H. R. 6011, known as the "Right-Of-Way Application Transparency and Accountability Act" or "ROWATA Act," aims to improve the process of applying for rights-of-way on public and National Forest System lands. The bill requires the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of...
Simple Explanation
The Right-Of-Way Application Transparency and Accountability Act is like a rule that tells two big helpers, the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture, they must tell people quickly if their request to use special land is good or if more information is needed. It helps people know what's happening with their land requests!
H. R. 9456 — To amend the Defense Production Act of 1950 with respect to foreign investments in United States agriculture, and for other purposes.
September 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:731
H. R. 9456 aims to modify the Defense Production Act of 1950 to enhance oversight on foreign investments in U.S. agriculture. The bill proposes adding the Secretary of Agriculture to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States when transactions involve...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9456 is a proposal to update a law that helps protect U.S. farming from foreign buyers by having a group that checks who is buying. It makes sure a special farming expert joins when these sales involve countries like China or Iran.
S. 4945 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out research, technical studies, demonstrations, and pilot programs to further the mission of the Rural Business-Cooperative Service.
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August 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:501
S. 4945, also known as the “Rural Opportunities and Revitalization Act of 2024,” directs the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct research, technical studies, demonstrations, and pilot programs to support the Rural Business-Cooperative Service's mission. The bill allows the...
Simple Explanation
This bill, called the "Rural Opportunities and Revitalization Act of 2024," wants to help people living in the countryside by giving them money and tools to start businesses and learn new skills so their towns can grow and be happy places. Each year, $5 million will be spent to try out new ideas and help farmers and small town businesses do better.
H. R. 1657 — To provide for a land exchange in the Chippewa National Forest, Minnesota, and for other purposes.
September 12, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,389
H.R. 1657, known as the "Lake Winnibigoshish Land Exchange Act of 2024," aims to facilitate a land exchange in the Chippewa National Forest, Minnesota. The bill allows Big Winnie Land and Timber, LLC (BWLT) to exchange approximately 36.7 acres of non-federal land for about...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 1657 is about swapping pieces of land in a big forest in Minnesota to make things fairer and better. A company wants to trade some of their land for some of the forest land, and everyone needs to make sure both pieces are worth about the same.
H. R. 615 — An Act To prohibit the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture from prohibiting the use of lead ammunition or tackle on certain Federal land or water under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture, and for other purposes.
April 30, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:610
H. R. 615, also known as the "Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2023," aims to stop the Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture from banning lead ammunition or tackle on certain federal lands and waters. However, the bill does allow for specific exceptions...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 615 is a rule that says people can keep using lead bullets and fishing gear on certain public lands, but if there are fewer animals because of the lead, some places might have special rules, as long as they also follow state rules.
S. 3471 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to publish a report on the fertilizer industry, and for other purposes.
December 12, 2023
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:769
S. 3471 requires the Secretary of Agriculture to publish a detailed report on the U.S. fertilizer industry within one year of the bill's enactment. The report is to cover various aspects, including the influence of fertilizer costs on agricultural product prices, the market's...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants the person in charge of farming to write a big report explaining where our plant food comes from, how much it costs, and if everything's fair in the way it's sold. They have to do this in one year, but they can't show any secret business stuff.
H. R. 6880 — To authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to award grants to promote the domestic hardwood industry, and for other purposes.
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December 19, 2023
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:656
H.R. 6880, also known as the "Hardwood Products Access and Development Program Act," was introduced in the House of Representatives on December 19, 2023. This bill authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to grant funds to eligible entities such as states, nonprofit...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 6880 lets the Secretary of Agriculture give money to help grow the tree industry in America, with a special focus on using local trees and teaching people about them. They plan to spend $5 million each year from 2024 to 2029, but the rules about how the money will be used aren't very clear.
H. R. 7391 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out a study and research and demonstration on agrivoltaic systems and to issue guidance on best practices for protection of soil health and productivity during the siting, construction, operation, and decommissioning of solar energy systems on agricultural land.
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February 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,908
H.R. 7391 is a bill that mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to research and demonstrate the use of agrivoltaic systems, which combine solar energy production with agriculture on the same land. It aims to protect soil health during the installation and operation of these...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7391 is a plan for scientists to learn how to put both farms and solar panels on the same land without hurting the soil, by trying new ideas and sharing what they find, with a special money fund to help them do it over many years.
S. 3802 — To make additional Federal public land available for selection under the Alaska Native Vietnam era veterans land allotment program, and for other purposes.
February 26, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:632
S. 3802 aims to make more federal public land in Alaska available for selection by Alaska Native Vietnam era veterans as part of their land allotment program. The bill extends the timeframe for this program from five to ten years and requires the Secretary of Agriculture,...
Simple Explanation
S. 3802 is a bill that plans to let more Alaska Native veterans who served during the Vietnam era choose special pieces of land in Alaska to own. It will make it possible for them to choose land for a longer time and ensure the chosen land doesn’t mess up important natural or cultural areas.
H. R. 1829 — An Act To require the Secretary of Agriculture to convey the Pleasant Valley Ranger District Administrative Site to Gila County, Arizona.
April 09, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:741
H.R. 1829 is a bill that directs the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer ownership of a specified area within the Pleasant Valley Ranger District to Gila County, Arizona. Gila County must request the transfer within 180 days of the bill’s enactment and cover all associated...
Simple Explanation
Imagine a big piece of forest land is like a giant playground. This bill wants the person in charge of the playground to give a part of it to Gila County in Arizona so they can help army veterans who used to fight for the country. But if they don't use it for the veterans, the playground part goes back to the original owner.
H. R. 3971 — To designate the Flatside-Bethune Wilderness in the Ouachita National Forest, and for other purposes.
December 12, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:515
H.R. 3971 proposes to expand the Flatside Wilderness by adding approximately 2,212 acres of land within the Ouachita National Forest, as depicted on a specific map. This land will be designated as part of the Flatside-Bethune Wilderness, and the bill clarifies that it does not restrict the...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 3971 is about making a special park in the forest bigger by adding more land, and it will be called the Flatside-Bethune Wilderness. It also says the forest boss can still take care of things like fires and bugs there.
H. R. 9863 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to continue to carry out the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program, and for other purposes.
September 27, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:240
H. R. 9863 aims to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to continue the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program. This program, originally established under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, will now allow recipients of its assistance to use funding for activities...
Simple Explanation
The bill, H. R. 9863, asks the person in charge of farming to keep helping make sure we have strong ways to grow and share food, especially meat and chicken, using special money that was given earlier.
S. 5496 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish oversight mediation committees to help resolve property boundary disputes regarding National Forest System land, and for other purposes.
December 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:769
S. 5496, also known as the “Fence Line Fairness Act of 2024,” aims to resolve disputes over property boundaries between private landowners and the National Forest System. The bill mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to set up oversight mediation committees in each state...
Simple Explanation
S. 5496, the “Fence Line Fairness Act of 2024,” is about setting up special groups to help solve disagreements over where private lands meet forest lands. These groups have farmers and people who know about land to make fair suggestions so everyone can get along better.
S. 5595 — An Act To amend the Act of June 22, 1948.
December 18, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:171
S. 5595 aims to amend the Thye-Blatnik Act of June 22, 1948, to change how the value of certain properties is appraised. The amendment requires the Secretary of Agriculture to determine the appraised value based on the highest fair appraised value, which includes historical...
Simple Explanation
Congress wants to change a rule about checking how much certain properties are worth by looking at the highest value from past and present times. This change might make it tricky because there's no clear way to decide what the highest value is, and it gives one person a lot of power to decide.
H. R. 9704 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture, the Secretary of the Interior, and the Secretary of Homeland Security to carry out a quadrennial fire review, and for other purposes.
September 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,218
H.R. 9704, titled the "Wildfire Risk Evaluation Act," requires the Secretaries of Agriculture, the Interior, and Homeland Security to conduct a comprehensive review of wildfire management in the U.S. every four years. This quadrennial review will analyze changes in...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9704 is a plan that asks important people in charge of forests, lands, and safety to regularly check how well the U.S. is preventing and fighting big fires in the wild, like forest fires, so they can figure out ways to get better at it. They want to do this every four years to keep everyone safe and the environment healthy.
S. 594 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior to prioritize the completion of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, and for other purposes.
May 16, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,520
S. 594 directs the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior to focus on completing the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail by November 2028. The bill requires the creation of a joint team from the Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management to handle...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants two important people, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior, to finish making a big walking path called the Continental Divide Trail before 2028, and it says they need to work together and talk with local people about it.
H. R. 8305 — To establish a payment program for unexpected loss of markets and revenues to timber harvesting and timber hauling businesses due to major disasters, and for other purposes.
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May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:746
H.R. 8305, known as the Loggers Economic Assistance and Relief Act, proposes the creation of a payment program to support timber harvesting and hauling businesses that suffer unexpected losses of markets and revenues due to major disasters. The bill defines eligible...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8305 is like a special money program to help tree-cutting and wood-moving businesses when something bad happens that makes them lose money, like a big storm or bug trouble. If these businesses lose a lot of money, they can get some extra money to help pay for things they need to keep going.
H. R. 8024 — To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to authorize assistance for emergency measures in response to pine beetle outbreaks, and for other purposes.
April 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,316
H.R. 8024, also known as the "Emergency Pine Beetle Response Act of 2024," aims to amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to provide financial assistance and loans to support emergency measures for dealing with pine beetle outbreaks on nonindustrial private forest land. Under this bill,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8024 is a plan to help stop tiny bugs called pine beetles from hurting trees by giving money to people and communities so they can take action, like treating trees or using special sprays.
H. R. 7572 — To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to provide employment and training data grants, and for other purposes.
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March 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,124
H.R. 7572 aims to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to provide grants for improving employment and training data systems. The bill proposes that these grants, awarded by the Secretary of Agriculture, help build and enhance state databases to improve program quality,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7572 wants to change a law to give money to help make better computer systems for keeping track of job and training programs for people who get food help. This money will help keep people's information safe, make sure programs are fair, and see how well everything is working.
S. 3929 — To prohibit the Secretary of Agriculture from taking certain proposed actions relating to a land management plan direction for old-growth forest conditions across the National Forest System.
March 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:212
S. 3929 aims to stop the Secretary of Agriculture from carrying out certain actions associated with managing old-growth forests in the National Forest System. Specifically, it prohibits actions detailed in a Forest Service notice published in the Federal Register in December...
Simple Explanation
S. 3929 is a bill that tries to stop certain activities planned by the people in charge of taking care of old, special trees in U.S. forests. It's like saying, "Let's pause and think before we change how we look after our really old trees."
H. R. 7344 — To amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to expand the use of salad bars in schools.
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February 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,298
H.R. 7344, known as the "Salad Bars in Schools Expansion Act," seeks to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to promote the use of salad bars in schools across the United States. The bill outlines a plan for the Secretary of Agriculture to establish marketing and training...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants more schools to have salad bars so kids can eat more fruits and veggies, and it plans to do this by using money and resources schools already have without giving extra new money.
H. R. 7588 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Administrator of the Food Safety and Inspection Service, to reassess certain food ingredients used in the preparation of meat, poultry, and egg products, and for other purposes.
March 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:436
H.R. 7588, titled the “Agricultural Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2024,” aims to have the Secretary of Agriculture, via the Food Safety and Inspection Service, review certain food ingredients used in meat, poultry, and egg products by the end of 2026. The bill requires an...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7588 is a plan for the government to check if certain things added to meat, chicken, and eggs to make them last longer or taste better are safe to eat. They want to finish this check by the end of 2026 and change the rules if needed.
H. R. 6011 — To direct the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to notify applicants of the completion status of right-of-way applications under section 501 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 and section 28 of the Mineral Leasing Act.
March 12, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:716
H.R. 6011, also known as the "Right-Of-Way Application Transparency and Accountability Act" or the "ROWATA Act," requires the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to inform applicants about the status of their right-of-way applications. Not later than 90...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure that when someone asks to use public land for things like building roads or pipes, the government must tell them within 90 days if they have everything needed to start or what they need to add. This helps keep things clear and fair.
H. R. 9182 — To amend the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a program under which the Secretary awards grants for purposes of providing training and any related assistance to dairy producers and dairy workers on implementation of risk mitigation strategies related to biosecurity threats, to amend the Agricultural Act of 2014 with respect to emergency assistance for certain losses due to highly pathogenic avian influenza, and for other purposes.
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July 26, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,704
H.R. 9182, also known as the “Avian Influenza Research and Response Act,” aims to improve biosecurity in the dairy industry by amending existing agricultural laws. It directs the Secretary of Agriculture to establish grant programs for training dairy producers and workers on...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to help farmers by teaching them how to keep their cows and farms safe from germs and sicknesses, and it also gives more money to study how to stop chickens from getting really sick.
S. 4545 — To amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 with respect to emergency assistance for farmworkers, and for other purposes.
June 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:844
S. 4545, titled the “Disaster Relief for Farmworkers Act of 2024,” seeks to amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to provide emergency assistance to farmworkers during disasters. The bill defines what counts as a "covered disaster," including events...
Simple Explanation
S. 4545 is a bill that wants to help farmworkers when bad things like fires or sickness happen, which make them lose their jobs or money. It plans to give money to groups that can help farmworkers by giving them support and important services during such tough times.
S. 4352 — To amend the National Trails System Act to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a study on the feasibility of designating the Benton MacKaye Trail as a national scenic trail.
May 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:614
S. 4352 aims to amend the National Trails System Act to mandate the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a study on whether the Benton MacKaye Trail should be designated as a national scenic trail. The Benton MacKaye Trail stretches for about 287 miles across Georgia,...
Simple Explanation
S. 4352 is about asking the Secretary of Agriculture to check if a long hiking trail called the Benton MacKaye Trail can be called a "national scenic trail," which means it would be recognized as super special and nice to hike. The trail goes through three states, and they want to know if it helps people and nearby towns before deciding.
S. 2132 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a pilot program for the establishment and use of a pre-fire-suppression stand density index, and for other purposes.
November 21, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,063
S. 2132, known as the “Catastrophic Wildfire Prevention Act of 2024”, directs the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a pilot program to use a pre-fire-suppression stand density index. This index will be used to evaluate forest areas primarily in the western United States...
Simple Explanation
The Catastrophic Wildfire Prevention Act of 2024 wants to test a new way to see how crowded forests are, which can help stop big fires. People will work together to pick forests that need thinning out, so they're safer and healthier.
H. R. 8833 — To mend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish and maintain Regional Food and Supply Chain Resource Centers, and for other purposes.
June 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,262
H.R. 8833 aims to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 by instructing the Secretary of Agriculture to create Regional Food and Supply Chain Resource Centers. These centers will provide support to small and medium-sized agricultural producers and businesses by offering...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8833 is a law that asks the government to set up special centers to help farmers and food businesses get better at sending their products to people. One of these centers will also help Native American tribes with their unique challenges.
H. R. 9019 — To establish a uniform definition of rural area for all rural development programs administered by the Department of Agriculture.
July 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:958
H.R. 9019 aims to create a consistent definition of "rural area" for all rural development programs under the Department of Agriculture. This bill proposes changes to existing laws, such as the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act and the Rural Electrification Act, to...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9019 is like a big rulebook that wants to make sure everyone understands what the word "rural" means the same way when the Department of Agriculture helps small towns and farms. It plans to change some old rules to match up and let the Agriculture boss figure out how to make it all work smoothly.
H. R. 8229 — To amend the Agricultural Act of 2014 to establish additional payments for unborn livestock under the livestock indemnity payment program.
May 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:541
H.R. 8229 aims to modify the Agricultural Act of 2014 by introducing additional payments for unborn livestock under the livestock indemnity payment program. This bill mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to provide extra compensation to qualifying farmers who experience...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8229 is a plan to give farmers extra money when their baby animals don't make it before they're born, starting from January 1, 2024. The amount of money they get is decided by a special farm helper in charge, but it can't be too much compared to what's given for the smallest animals.
S. 4271 — To provide for greater cooperation and coordination between the Federal Government and the governing bodies and community users of land grant-mercedes in New Mexico relating to historical or traditional uses of certain land grant-mercedes on Federal public land, and for other purposes.
May 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,860
The bill S. 4271, titled the “New Mexico Land Grant-Mercedes Historical or Traditional Use Cooperation and Coordination Act,” aims to enhance cooperation and coordination between the Federal Government and land grant-mercedes in New Mexico. These are specific community land...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about helping people and the government work together to take care of special pieces of land in New Mexico. It makes sure these lands can still be used for things like grazing cows and picking plants, just like people have done for a long time.
H. R. 6423 — To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to provide certain alternative eligibility requirements applicable to foster care youth, and homeless youth, who are enrolled at least half-time in an institution of higher education, and for other purposes.
November 15, 2023
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,046
H.R. 6423, known as the “Foster and Homeless Youth Food Security Act of 2023,” aims to change the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. The bill proposes new rules to help foster care and homeless youth who are enrolled at least half-time in college by making it easier for them to qualify for food...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make it easier for kids who used to live in foster homes or who don't have a home, and who are going to college, to get help with food. It says that if they live in dorms without kitchens, they can still get meals, and it will help states figure out how to make these changes work.
H. R. 1726 — An Act To require the Secretary of the Interior to partner and collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death, and for other purposes.
September 24, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:463
H. R. 1726 is a bill that requires the Secretary of the Interior to collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawaii to address Rapid Ohia Death. Rapid Ohia Death is a disease affecting the Metrosideros polymorpha tree in Hawaii. The bill mandates...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants two groups in the government and Hawaii to work together to stop a disease that is hurting special trees in Hawaii. They will learn more about the disease and get money to help take care of the trees and the forests where they live.
S. 4203 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a program to provide emergency relief to producers that experienced losses as a result of disasters occurring in 2023, and for other purposes.
April 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:947
S. 4203, also known as the “Agricultural Emergency Relief Act of 2024,” aims to establish a program through the Secretary of Agriculture to offer emergency relief payments to producers who suffered crop and other losses due to natural disasters in 2023. The program will cover...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to help farmers who lost crops because of bad weather in 2023 by giving them money, even if they didn’t have insurance.
H. R. 8699 — To amend title 49, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to develop an enforcement mechanism with respect to certain provisions relating to the transport of animals, and for other purposes.
June 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:792
H.R. 8699 is designed to enhance the regulations related to the transport of animals in the United States. The bill instructs the Secretary of Transportation to work with the Secretary of Agriculture to create an enforcement mechanism to investigate and inspect vehicles or...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8699 is a bill that tells the people in charge of transportation to make sure animals like cows and horses are safe when they travel. It says sick or weak animals shouldn't be taken long distances, and the people in charge can make new rules to help protect these animals.
S. 5231 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a pilot program to implement a pre-qualification or pre-approval process for farmers and ranchers with respect to a direct farm ownership loan under the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:589
S. 5231, also known as the “Farm Ownership Improvement Act,” mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to create a 5-year pilot program. This program aims to establish a pre-qualification or pre-approval process for farmers and ranchers seeking direct farm ownership loans under...
Simple Explanation
The Farm Ownership Improvement Act wants to help farmers and ranchers get loans to buy farms by testing a new way to see if they can pay back the loans, like checking their money skills before giving them money. If it works well, they might keep doing it for more than just the test time.
H. R. 8277 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a study on the effects of solar panel installations on covered farmland, and for other purposes.
May 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:724
H.R. 8277, titled the “Preserving America’s Farmland Act,” directs the Secretary of Agriculture to study the effects of solar panel installations on farmland that is actively used for agriculture. The study will analyze economic impacts, effects on soil health, water...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to check how putting solar panels on farms affects things like money, soil, water, and animals, and then write a report about it. The Secretary of Agriculture needs to talk with farmers and others to learn more and share the results with everyone.
S. 4346 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to provide assistance in support of nurseries and seed orchards, to establish a grant program in support of nurseries and seed orchards, and for other purposes.
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May 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,007
S. 4346, known as the “Reforestation, Nurseries, and Genetic Resources Support Act of 2024,” directs the Secretary of Agriculture to assist nurseries and seed orchards through various partnerships, collaborations, and grants. The bill outlines that the Secretary will work with federal and...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to help places that grow little trees and collect seeds by giving them money and working together with different groups, including Native American tribes and private businesses, for five years. It has some money set aside for this but doesn’t explain exactly how it will make sure the money is used the right way.
H. R. 8169 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to prohibit the use of lead ammunition on all lands and waters under the jurisdiction and control of the Forest Service, and for other purposes.
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April 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:985
H.R. 8169, known as the "Lead Free Forests Act of 2024," aims to ban the use of lead ammunition on all lands and waters controlled by the Forest Service within one year of its enactment. The bill highlights the harmful effects of lead on human health and wildlife, especially...
Simple Explanation
The "Lead Free Forests Act of 2024" wants to stop people from using bullets made of lead in Forest Service areas because they can harm animals and people. Instead, special bullets that don’t have lead will be used to keep the forest safe, and people who do not follow this rule may have to pay money as a fine.
H. R. 6915 — To support the establishment and improvement of communications sites on or adjacent to Federal lands through the retention and use of rental fees associated with such sites, and for other purposes.
January 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,149
H.R. 6915, known as the “Public Lands Telecommunications Act,” aims to support the development of communication sites on or near federal lands by using rental fees collected from these sites. It establishes special accounts in the Treasury for each Federal land management...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 6915 helps build places for phone and internet towers on or near government lands by using the rent money collected from these tower spots to make them better or train people working there.
H. R. 3378 — To amend the Defense Production Act of 1950 to include the Secretary of Agriculture as a member of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States, and for other purposes.
December 19, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:541
H.R. 3378, titled the "Agricultural Security Risk Review Act," seeks to amend the Defense Production Act of 1950. The bill proposes adding the Secretary of Agriculture to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States. This inclusion will specifically focus on...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 3378 is a bill that wants to make sure the person in charge of farming in the U.S. is part of a team that checks if people from other countries can buy things like farms and plant-related businesses in America. This helps protect the farms and food in the country.
H. R. 200 — To amend the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to provide that the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior are not required to reinitiate consultation on a land management plan or land use plan under certain circumstances, and for other purposes.
December 19, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:897
H. R. 200, also known as the “Forest Information Reform Act” or the “FIR Act,” seeks to amend existing laws related to forest and land management. The bill proposes that the Secretaries of Agriculture and the Interior should not have to start a new consultation process for...
Simple Explanation
The FIR Act is like a rule that says if the people in charge of forests and land already checked how using the land might hurt animals or plants, they don’t have to check again just because new animals are found or new hiding places are made, even if there might be new ways they could be affected.
H. R. 3047 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain lands within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, and for other purposes.
December 12, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,556
The bill, known as the "Apache County and Navajo County Conveyance Act of 2024," mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer specific lands within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests to Navajo County and Apache County, Arizona. For both counties, the lands are intended to be used as...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give land in a big forest to two counties in Arizona so they can make cemeteries. If they use the land for anything else, the land goes back to the government.
H. R. 8230 — To streamline the permitting process for communications infrastructure on National Forest System lands.
May 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:532
H. R. 8230, also known as the “Facilitating Optimal and Rapid Expansion and Siting of Telecommunications Act” or the “FOREST Act,” aims to simplify the process for obtaining permits for communication infrastructure on National Forest System lands. This bill removes the...
Simple Explanation
The FOREST Act is a plan to make it easier and faster for companies to set up things like cell towers in forests by skipping some usual checks if they use places already checked out before.
H. R. 10156 — To amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to repeal certain provisions relating to the acceptance and use of contributions for public-private partnerships, and for other purposes.
November 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:305
H.R. 10156 aims to change the Food Security Act of 1985 by removing rules about how donations can be accepted and used for public-private partnerships. It allows the Secretary of Agriculture to set up special accounts for conservation programs to accept non-federal money to...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 10156 is like changing the rules for a big group that helps grow food and protect nature. It lets the person in charge collect donations to help with these projects, but it's important to make sure the money is used properly and everyone knows what's happening with it.
S. 3760 — To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out emergency watershed protection measures on National Forest System land, and for other purposes.
February 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,179
The bill S. 3760 aims to change the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to allow the Secretary of Agriculture to perform emergency watershed protection in National Forest areas. It introduces a program that would help prevent damages from natural disasters like floods and soil...
Simple Explanation
The bill S. 3760 wants to let the person in charge of farms help fix big problems like floods or landslides in national forests, making sure these forests and nearby rivers are safe. It gives rules on how to use money and time to do this, so everyone working together isn't blamed for problems unless they're very careless.
S. 5265 — To take certain land into trust for the benefit of the Tonto Apache Tribe, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:708
S. 5265 is a bill introduced in the 118th Congress aimed at transferring certain national forest lands to be held in trust for the benefit of the Tonto Apache Tribe. The Secretary of Agriculture is instructed to transfer administrative control of the specified lands in...
Simple Explanation
In a fun story, imagine a government like a big superhero who gives a special land to their friends, the Tonto Apache Tribe, so they can take care of it without worrying about anyone digging for shiny rocks or interfering.
H. R. 7062 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to periodically assess cybersecurity threats to, and vulnerabilities in, the agriculture and food critical infrastructure sector and to provide recommendations to enhance their security and resilience, to require the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct an annual cross-sector simulation exercise relating to a food-related emergency or disruption, and for other purposes.
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January 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,369
H.R. 7062, also known as the "Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act of 2024," aims to improve the security of the agriculture and food critical infrastructure sector in the United States. It directs the Secretary of Agriculture to regularly assess cybersecurity threats and...
Simple Explanation
The Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act of 2024 is a plan to keep our farms and food safe from computer problems by checking for risks and practicing how to handle food emergencies every year. It gives some money each year to help with these practice exercises, but people are wondering if it's the right amount.
H. R. 8448 — To establish a pilot program to establish a pre-approval process for direct farm ownership loans made under subtitle A of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act in order to streamline the application process and provide greater certainty to borrowers.
May 17, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:441
H.R. 8448, known as the "Support for Ownership and Investment in Land Act" or the "SOIL Act," proposes a pilot program to create a pre-approval process for direct farm ownership loans under the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act. The aim is to make the loan application process easier...
Simple Explanation
The SOIL Act is like a special test program to help farmers more easily apply for loans to own their farms, making it less confusing and giving them clearer answers. This program will try out new rules until the end of 2029 to see what works best and will let important people know how it’s going.
H. R. 6011 — An Act To direct the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to notify applicants of the completion status of right-of-way applications under section 501 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 and section 28 of the Mineral Leasing Act.
April 15, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:389
H.R. 6011, also known as the "Right-Of-Way Application Transparency and Accountability Act" or the "ROWATA Act," aims to streamline the process for applying for rights-of-way on public lands. The bill requires that within 90 days of receiving a right-of-way application, the...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to make sure that when someone asks for permission to use land owned by the government, the government tells them quickly if they have all the papers they need or if they need to give more information.
S. 5007 — To amend the Defense Production Act of 1950 with respect to foreign investments in United States agriculture, and for other purposes.
September 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:703
The bill S. 5007, titled the “Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024,” seeks to modify the Defense Production Act of 1950 regarding foreign investments in U.S. agriculture. It proposes adding the Secretary of Agriculture to the Committee on...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to keep an eye on which countries are buying farms in the United States, especially if those countries might not be friendly, like China or Russia. It also wants to make sure that people in charge of food and farming are part of the team that decides if these sales should happen.
S. 4184 — To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to enter into cooperative agreements with States to provide for State administration of allotment management plans.
April 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:5,569
The proposed bill, S. 4184, aims to modify the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976. It seeks to allow the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to create cooperative agreements with U.S. states for them to manage grazing on federal lands through allotment...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to let states help manage land where animals graze by making agreements with the government, allowing states to take care of the land and follow special rules to protect nature.
S. 4718 — To amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to clarify the nature of public involvement for purposes of certain rulemaking, and for other purposes.
July 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:602
The bill S. 4718 aims to amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to improve how the public is involved in making rules about public lands. It specifies that only comments from U.S. citizens should be considered when creating these regulations. Additionally,...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to change the rules for how people can share their opinions about how the government takes care of big parks and forests. It says only people who live in the U.S. can share their thoughts, and it wants to use a special test to make sure real people and not robots are sharing their opinions.
S. 4019 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to provide regular updates to Livestock Indemnity Program payment rates to reflect market prices, and for other purposes.
March 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:333
S. 4019 aims to ensure that the payment rates for the Livestock Indemnity Program are regularly updated to reflect current market prices. The bill requires the Secretary of Agriculture to work with the Agricultural Marketing Service to determine these market values on a...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure that farmers get the right amount of money if their animals die, by checking animal prices more often, like every few months, so they match what animals are worth right now!
H. R. 8453 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to publish a report on the fertilizer industry, and for other purposes.
May 17, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:760
The Fertilizer Research Act of 2024 (H.R. 8453) requires the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture to publish a comprehensive report on the fertilizer industry within one year of the bill's enactment. The report must cover various aspects, including pricing impacts on agriculture,...
Simple Explanation
The Fertilizer Research Act of 2024 wants the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture to make a big report about fertilizers, like how they are priced and where they come from, without sharing any secret business information. It helps understand the fertilizer market better, but it might be hard to gather all the data needed in time.
S. 3982 — To amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to establish the Expanding Access to Local Foods Program, and for other purposes.
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March 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,270
S. 3982, also known as the Expanding Access To Local Foods Act of 2024, aims to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 by establishing a program to boost the availability of local foods. The Secretary of Agriculture will create agreements with state, tribal, and local...
Simple Explanation
The Expanding Access To Local Foods Act of 2024 is a plan where the U.S. government wants to help people get more food made by local farmers, especially those who are small or just starting. They'll give money to different groups to buy and share this food with communities that need it most.
H. R. 8765 — To amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 with respect to emergency assistance for farm workers, and for other purposes.
June 14, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:810
H. R. 8765 aims to modify the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to provide emergency help for farm workers affected by disasters. It allows for grants to be given to organizations that support farm workers, which can be used for direct relief, increasing...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 8765 wants to change an older law to help farmers and workers when there are big problems like storms or health issues by giving money to groups that help farmers so they can provide direct help and build stronger support systems.
S. 3985 — To amend the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 to add certain land to the Sarvis Creek Wilderness, and for other purposes.
November 21, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:568
S. 3985 aims to modify the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 by adding approximately 6,817 acres of land within the Routt National Forest to the Sarvis Creek Wilderness. This area will be designated as the "Sarvis Creek Wilderness Addition." The bill allows for continued...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to add new land to a special protected nature area in Colorado, making it bigger, and lets the people in charge make sure the land stays safe while respecting rules for native tribes.
H. R. 10113 — To financially assist certain agricultural producers in the State of Texas with farming operations along the Rio Grande.
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November 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:379
H. R. 10113, also known as the “South Texas Agriculture Emergency Assistance Act,” is a proposed law aiming to provide financial aid to farmers in Texas impacted by water supply issues along the Rio Grande. The bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to grant $280 million...
Simple Explanation
The South Texas Agriculture Emergency Assistance Act is a plan to help farmers in Texas who had problems growing crops because they didn't get enough water from Mexico. The U.S. government wants to give $280 million to Texas to help these farmers pay for the money they lost when they couldn't grow their crops.
H. R. 10045 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to make emergency assistance payments to agricultural producers to mitigate high input costs and low commodity prices during crop year 2024.
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October 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,602
The bill, titled the “Farmer Assistance and Revenue Mitigation Act of 2024,” directs the Secretary of Agriculture to provide emergency payments to farmers to help with high costs and low prices during the 2024 crop year. It outlines a process to determine which crops are eligible and...
Simple Explanation
The "Farmer Assistance and Revenue Mitigation Act of 2024" is like giving extra pocket money to farmers when their plants are too expensive to grow or sell for enough money, and it helps cover some of their losses with rules about who can get it, just like there are rules for who gets how many cookies at snack time.
S. 5113 — To delay the application of a certain rule for members of the Armed Forces and diplomats stationed in a foreign country and for individuals with service animals, and for other purposes.
September 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:649
S. 5113, also known as the “Homeward Bound Act,” is proposed legislation that seeks to delay the enforcement of a new rule regarding the importation of dogs and cats from abroad for certain individuals. Specifically, the delay applies to members of the Armed Forces, U.S....
Simple Explanation
S. 5113, the "Homeward Bound Act," is a bill that lets soldiers, diplomats, and people with helper animals bring their pets into the U.S. with a delay on new rules, giving them extra time before they need to follow them. It also makes it easier to bring in dogs from places with low rabies risk and makes sure that existing animal safety rules still apply.
H. R. 9095 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to issue a special use permit with respect to the maintaining of a flagpole bearing the flag of the United States at Kyhv Peak Lookout Point, Utah, and for other purposes.
July 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:923
H.R. 9095, titled the “Star-Spangled Summit Act of 2024,” is a proposal directing the Secretary of Agriculture to issue a special use permit for a flagpole displaying the U.S. flag at Kyhv Peak Lookout Point in Utah. The bill mandates that the permit should be granted to...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9095 wants to let a man named Robert in Utah, or someone else if he says no, put up a flagpole to fly the American flag on a special mountain spot. The rule is that the flagpole has to be taken care of nicely, and nobody can be paid for picking who's next in line to take care of it.
S. 4252 — To amend the Agricultural Act of 2014 to establish additional payments for unborn livestock under the livestock indemnity payment program.
May 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:548
S. 4252 seeks to amend the Agricultural Act of 2014 to provide additional financial support to farmers who experience unborn livestock losses beyond normal mortality rates. The bill proposes that these payments be made at a rate set by the Secretary of Agriculture, not...
Simple Explanation
S. 4252 is a plan to help farmers by giving them extra money if they lose baby animals that haven't been born yet. The amount of money they get will be decided by someone in charge, but it won't be more than a certain amount.
H. R. 8484 — To amend the Buy Indian Act to include the Secretary of Agriculture, and for other purposes.
May 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:387
H.R. 8484 proposes changes to the Buy Indian Act by adding the Secretary of Agriculture to those who must use Indian labor and industrial services. It amends several sections of the original Act to facilitate this inclusion, such as adjusting the departments involved, including the Department...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8484 is a plan to change a rule so that the person in charge of farming jobs for the country, called the Secretary of Agriculture, has to hire Native American workers and businesses, just like some other government departments already do.
H. R. 3195 — To rescind Public Land Order 7917, to reinstate mineral leases and permits in the Superior National Forest, to ensure timely review of Mine Plans of Operations, and for other purposes.
February 09, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:749
H.R. 3195, known as the "Superior National Forest Restoration Act," is a bill to repeal a previous order that restricted federal lands in Minnesota's Superior National Forest (Public Land Order 7917). It aims to reinstate mineral leases and permits that were canceled and...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 3195 is a plan to allow mining activities in a big forest in Minnesota by undoing a rule that stopped them, making sure that checks on mining plans happen quickly, and deciding that some permits can't be challenged in court.
H. R. 9240 — To amend the Specialty Crops Competitiveness Act of 2004 to require the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a pilot program to provide recovery payments to producers of seasonal and perishable crops that experience low prices caused by imports, and for other purposes.
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August 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,340
The bill H.R. 9240, titled the "Protecting Our Produce Act," proposes changes to the Specialty Crops Competitiveness Act of 2004 by instructing the Secretary of Agriculture to set up a pilot program. This program aims to provide financial payments to U.S. producers of seasonal and perishable...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give money to farmers who grow certain fruits and veggies like asparagus and blueberries when prices get really low because of too many imports. It suggests spending a lot of money each year for five years to help these farmers, but only if they mostly make their living from farming and make less than $5 million a year.
H. R. 9456 — An Act To amend the Defense Production Act of 1950 with respect to foreign investments in United States agriculture, and for other purposes.
September 11, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:619
H.R. 9456, known as the "Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024," aims to amend the Defense Production Act of 1950 by adding the Secretary of Agriculture to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States for transactions involving agricultural land,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9456 is a plan to protect American farms by making sure the boss of farming in the U.S. checks when certain countries (like China or Russia) want to buy farm lands here, to see if it might be a problem for the country.
H. R. 5409 — To amend the Defense Production Act of 1950 to require the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to determine whether a national security review is needed for reportable agricultural land transactions referred by the Secretary of Agriculture, and for other purposes.
December 19, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:796
H. R. 5409, titled the "Safeguarding American Farms from Foreign Influence Act," proposes changes to the Defense Production Act of 1950. This bill mandates the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to evaluate certain agricultural land transactions to decide if...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 5409 is a bill that wants to make sure foreign buyers don't buy American farms in a way that might hurt the country's safety, by making a special group check if these kinds of purchases are safe.
H. R. 7666 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to develop a strategy to increase opportunities to utilize livestock grazing as a means of wildfire risk reduction.
March 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:334
H. R. 7666 aims to create a plan to use livestock grazing to help reduce the risk of wildfires. It tasks the Secretary of Agriculture with coordinating this effort by working with permit holders who graze livestock on federal lands. The bill proposes ideas like using grazing...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 7666 is a plan to let farm animals eat grass in some areas to help prevent big fires from starting, especially after things like storms or old fires. The boss of farming will work with people who care for animals on government lands to make this happen safely.
S. 5101 — To amend the Soil and Water Resources Conservation Act of 1977 with respect to assessments of conservation programs, and for other purposes.
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September 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,382
S. 5101 seeks to amend the Soil and Water Resources Conservation Act of 1977 to improve conservation programs in the U.S. by implementing better assessments of these programs. It introduces a new project to assess the environmental and economic effects of conservation...
Simple Explanation
S. 5101 is a bill that wants to make sure that the ways we take care of our planet's dirt and water are working well by checking them more carefully. It also says that farmers can choose to help with checking, and it promises to pay them a little money for helping.
H. R. 8403 — To amend the National Trails System Act to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a study on the feasibility of designating the Benton MacKaye Trail as a national scenic trail.
May 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:614
H.R. 8403 aims to amend the National Trails System Act to instruct the Secretary of Agriculture to study the feasibility of designating the Benton MacKaye Trail as a national scenic trail. This scenic trail covers about 287 miles and passes through landscapes in Georgia,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8403 is about asking a special helper to see if a long hiking path, called the Benton MacKaye Trail, could become a fancy national trail, which means it might help bring more visitors and fun to the areas it goes through. The trail is big and beautiful, winding through forests and mountains in three states, but it takes work and money to keep it nice for everyone.
S. 5277 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish, on an annual basis, an assessment of United States dependency on critical agricultural products or inputs from the People’s Republic of China, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:918
The bill, titled the "Securing American Agriculture Act," seeks to reduce the United States' reliance on critical agricultural products or inputs from China. It mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to submit an annual report assessing any dependencies the US has on such products, and how...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants the United States to check every year how much it depends on important farm products from China and to find ways to make more of these things in the US instead. It also makes sure the info stays safe and private.
H. R. 7332 — To require the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain Federal land to the State of Utah for inclusion in certain State parks, and for other purposes.
November 14, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,342
H.R. 7332, known as the "Utah State Parks Adjustment Act," directs the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer certain federal lands to the State of Utah to be included in state parks such as Antelope Island State Park, Wasatch Mountain State Park, and Fremont...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give some land owned by the government to Utah so they can make more parks where people can play and have fun. If Utah stops using the land for parks, it goes back to the government.
H. R. 7072 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain National Forest System land in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest to Tony’s Wabeno Redi-Mix, LLC, and for other purposes.
January 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,216
H.R. 7072, also known as the "Wabeno Economic Development Act of 2024," requires the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer a parcel of land within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest to Tony’s Wabeno Redi-Mix, LLC, if they offer to buy it at market value. The land sale...
Simple Explanation
In the Wabeno Economic Development Act of 2024, the government is supposed to sell a piece of forest land to a company named Tony’s Wabeno Redi-Mix if they pay the right price. The government will also check how they can do a better job letting people use the land to get stuff like rocks and sand.
S. 759 — An Act To authorize the National Detector Dog Training Center, and for other purposes.
December 20, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:565
S. 759, known as the “Beagle Brigade Act of 2023,” establishes a National Detector Dog Training Center with the goal of protecting U.S. agriculture and natural resources from foreign pests and diseases. The Center will train detector dogs and their handlers, collaborate with...
Simple Explanation
Imagine a team of super-sniffing dogs, like Beagles, that are trained to help keep bugs and diseases from hurting plants and animals in the U.S. This bill sets up a special center to teach these dogs and their helpers how to do this important job.
H. R. 9165 — To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a grant program to allocate resources for remote search and rescue activities conducted on Federal land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the Interior or the Secretary of Agriculture, and for other purposes.
July 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:684
H. R. 9165, known as the “Public Land Search and Rescue Act,” is a proposed bill that aims to set up a grant program through the Secretary of the Interior. This program would provide funding to support remote search and rescue activities on federal lands managed by the...
Simple Explanation
The government wants to help teams that rescue people lost in forests and other big, wild places by giving them money to buy things like special rescue gear and pay for rescue missions. They plan to cover up to 75% of the costs and aim to help places where there are lots of visitors compared to people who live there.
S. 4982 — To amend the Specialty Crops Competitiveness Act of 2004 to require the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a pilot program to provide recovery payments to producers of seasonal and perishable crops that experience low prices caused by imports, and for other purposes.
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August 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,348
S. 4982 aims to amend the Specialty Crops Competitiveness Act of 2004 by requiring the Secretary of Agriculture to create a pilot program that offers financial assistance to farmers who grow seasonal and perishable crops, such as asparagus and blueberries. These payments are...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants the government to help farmers who grow fruits and veggies like asparagus and blueberries by giving them money when they can't make enough money because other countries sell those foods cheaply in the United States. They plan to spend a lot of money each year for five years to help these farmers.
H. R. 7920 — To amend the Agricultural Research, Extension, and Education Reform Act of 1998 to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a program under which the Secretary will award competitive grants to eligible entities for the purpose of establishing and enhancing farming and ranching opportunities for veterans.
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April 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:744
H.R. 7920 aims to support veterans by amending the Agricultural Research, Extension, and Education Reform Act of 1998. The bill proposes the creation of a program under which the Secretary of Agriculture will give competitive grants to eligible organizations to help veterans...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7920 is a plan to help soldiers who used to be in the military become farmers by giving them money through special grants. These grants are like prizes that schools and groups can win to teach soldiers how to run a farm, but they must also find the same amount of money from somewhere else to match the grant.
H. R. 10089 — To ensure that there is no net gain in Federal land ownership in any fiscal year, and for other purposes.
November 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,103
H.R. 10089 aims to ensure that the amount of federal land owned by the government does not increase in any fiscal year. It mandates that if the federal government acquires new land, it must dispose of an equal amount of land. The bill requires an annual inventory and report...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure that if the government buys new land, they have to give away the same amount of land so that they don't have more land at the end of the year than they had at the beginning. It also plans to keep track of the land by making a list each year to check how much they own.
H. R. 8971 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow an investment credit for certain domestic infant formula manufacturing facilities.
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July 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,966
H.R. 8971, also known as the "Investing in New Families And Newborns Through Tax Credit Act" or the "INFANT Tax Credit Act," aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The bill introduces an investment credit for certain domestic infant formula manufacturing facilities,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8971 is a plan that wants to give extra money help to places that make baby formula, like giving them 25 cents back for every dollar they spend on their factory and $1.50 for each pound of formula they make and sell. It's mostly for smaller companies, and there are special rules about who can get this help.
H. R. 7444 — To authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to provide rural partnership program grants and rural partnership technical assistance grants, and for other purposes.
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February 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,606
H.R. 7444, titled the "Rural Partnership and Prosperity Act," aims to empower the Secretary of Agriculture to award rural partnership program grants and technical assistance grants. It focuses on fostering collaboration among federal, nonprofit, and for-profit entities to...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7444 wants to help make life better in the countryside by giving money for projects and plans. The person in charge will be careful about who gets the money, especially where people have it tough, and will also make sure the right plans are in place.
S. 4099 — To increase the capacity, resiliency, diversity, and security of the United States food supply chain by codifying and expanding the Food Supply Chain Guaranteed Loan Program.
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April 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:608
The Food Supply Chain Capacity and Resiliency Act aims to improve the United States' food supply chain by allowing the Secretary of Agriculture to guarantee loans up to $80 million. These loans are intended to help start or expand projects in the U.S. that increase the...
Simple Explanation
The Food Supply Chain Capacity and Resiliency Act is like a plan to make sure there's always enough food in the U.S. by offering big loans to people who want to build or improve places that prepare and store food, with special focus on helping small towns and making food supplies safer and more varied.
H. R. 6937 — To provide for the improved collection of data for organic dairy, and for other purposes.
January 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:634
H. R. 6937, known as "The Organic Dairy Data Collection Act," aims to improve the collection of data related to organic dairy farming. The bill mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to support programs that gather and publish information on the cost of producing organic milk, including...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 6937 is a bill that wants to collect information about how much it costs to make organic milk and how much dairy farmers can sell it for. This means they want to have a new way of gathering this information every month to help understand the price of organic milk better.
H. R. 7131 — To amend the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act of 1978 to establish an additional reporting requirement, and for other purposes.
January 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,075
H. R. 7131, titled the "AFIDA Improvements Act of 2024," aims to amend the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act of 1978 by introducing an additional reporting requirement for foreign investors holding at least a 1% interest in U.S. agricultural land. The bill mandates collaboration...
Simple Explanation
The government wants to know more about when people from other countries own land in the U.S. for farming. A new rule says they need to tell the government if they own at least 1% of this land and work with other officials to make this information easy to share and update.
H. R. 1829 — An Act To require the Secretary of Agriculture to convey the Pleasant Valley Ranger District Administrative Site to Gila County, Arizona.
April 10, 2024
Status:Placed on Calendar Senate
Congress:118
Words:818
H.R. 1829 is a bill that instructs the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer the Pleasant Valley Ranger District Administrative Site, located in the Tonto National Forest, to Gila County, Arizona. The transfer must occur within 180 days if the county requests it and will...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 1829 is a plan where a part of a national forest will be given to Gila County in Arizona so they can use it to help military veterans. If they stop using it for veterans, the land might go back to the government.
S. 759 — An Act To authorize the National Detector Dog Training Center, and for other purposes.
November 21, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:578
S. 759, known as the "Beagle Brigade Act of 2023," establishes the National Detector Dog Training Center to train dogs and handlers to protect U.S. agriculture and natural resources from foreign pests and diseases. The Center's duties include working with federal agencies and...
Simple Explanation
The "Beagle Brigade Act of 2023" is a plan to have a special place where they train dogs and their human helpers to find bad bugs or plant diseases that might hurt farms in the U.S., and they can also find new homes for these dogs when they finish their work.
H. R. 7362 — To establish cooperative agreements for wildland fire research, and for other purposes.
February 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:889
H.R. 7362, known as the “Satellites Preventing Agricultural Crises and Emergencies Act of 2024” or the “SPACE Act of 2024,” proposes a plan for the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture to create partnerships with universities for research on wildland fires. The goal is to use satellite data to...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about helping people understand and control wildfires better by using information from satellites in space, and it wants the Secretary of Agriculture to work together with schools to make this happen. It's like asking big brains from different places to team up and use technology to keep forests safe from fires.
H. R. 8344 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to submit to Congress a report on available assistance to agricultural producers in the State of Texas that have suffered economic losses due to the failure of Mexico to deliver water.
May 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:355
H. R. 8344 requires the Secretary of Agriculture to report to Congress on what assistance is available to farmers in Texas who have experienced economic losses because Mexico did not provide water as agreed in a 1944 treaty. This report must be submitted within 180 days of...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8344 says that the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture needs to tell Congress about ways to help farmers in Texas who lost money because Mexico didn't give them enough water as promised. This report has to be ready in about half a year.
H. R. 9456 — An Act To amend the Defense Production Act of 1950 with respect to foreign investments in United States agriculture, and for other purposes.
September 12, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:612
H.R. 9456 is a proposed law aimed at protecting American agriculture from foreign influences by amending the Defense Production Act of 1950. The bill includes the Secretary of Agriculture in the Committee on Foreign Investment for transactions involving agricultural land,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9456 is about keeping American farms safe from being controlled by other countries. It changes some rules to make sure when people from certain countries, like China or Russia, want to buy farmland, we check it out to be sure everything is okay.
H. R. 8513 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out a demonstration project to allow Tribal entities to purchase agricultural commodities under the commodity supplemental food program, and for other purposes.
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May 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,027
H.R. 8513 proposes the establishment of a demonstration project, allowing Tribal entities to purchase agricultural commodities through the existing Commodity Supplemental Food Program. The Secretary of Agriculture will establish the project, enabling Tribal entities to enter...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8513 is a plan to let Native American groups buy food from a special program, with money set aside by the government to help manage it.
H. R. 7754 — To amend the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993 to add certain land to the Sarvis Creek Wilderness, and for other purposes.
March 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:487
H.R. 7754, also known as the "Sarvis Creek Wilderness Completion Act," proposes an amendment to the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1993. This amendment seeks to add approximately 6,817 acres of land within the Routt National Forest to the Sarvis Creek Wilderness. The bill ensures...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7754 wants to add more forest land to a special protected area called Sarvis Creek Wilderness, so animals and nature can be safe and peaceful. It also says Native Tribes can use this land for their traditions, and there are plans to keep the forest healthy by managing fires and bugs.

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