HR Bill 6806 Farm Tech Act

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2023-12-14

The Farm Tech Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 6806, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote the use of technology in the agricultural industry in order to increase efficiency and productivity. One key aspect of the Farm Tech Act is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding for farmers to invest in new technologies such as precision agriculture, drones, and other innovative tools. These technologies have the potential to help farmers better manage their crops, reduce waste, and increase yields. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to support research and development in agricultural technology, as well as initiatives to expand broadband access in rural areas. This is important because many farmers currently lack access to high-speed internet, which can hinder their ability to take advantage of new technologies. Overall, the Farm Tech Act aims to modernize the agricultural industry and help farmers stay competitive in a rapidly changing global market. By investing in technology and innovation, this bill has the potential to benefit both farmers and consumers alike.

Recent Activity

Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.

Alternative Names

Farm Tech Act

Farm Tech Act

To provide for the establishment of a program to certify artificial intelligence software used in connection with producing agricultural products.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

Agriculture and Food

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Feenstra, Randy [R-IA-4]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22]

Rep. Sorensen, Eric [D-IL-17]

Rep. Harder, Josh [D-CA-9]

Committees and Subcommittees

Agriculture Committee

General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit Subcommittee

Variations and Revisions

Farm Tech Act

8/30/2024, 8:05 AM

Farm Tech Act

This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to establish a program to certify software that uses artificial intelligence to perform a task in connection with producing agricultural products. The prog...

The Farm Tech Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 6806, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote the use of technology in the agricultural industry in order to increase efficiency an...
Congress
118

Number
HR - 6806

Introduced on
2023-12-14

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/14/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Farm Tech Act

This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to establish a program to certify software that uses artificial intelligence to perform a task in connection with producing agricultural products. The prog...

The Farm Tech Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 6806, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote the use of technology in the agricultural industry in order to increase efficiency an...
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo provide for the establishment of a program to certify artificial intelligence software used in connection with producing agricultural products.

Policy Areas
Agriculture and Food

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/7/2024

Farm Tech Act

This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to establish a program to certify software that uses artificial intelligence to perform a task in connection with producing agricultural products. The prog...


Latest Action8/29/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.