FARM Home Loans Act of 2023

1/24/2024, 3:00 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Bill 118 s 3497, also known as the FARM Home Loans Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide financial assistance to farmers who are looking to purchase or refinance their homes.

The FARM Home Loans Act of 2023 aims to address the unique financial challenges that farmers face when it comes to securing home loans. Many traditional lenders are hesitant to provide loans to farmers due to the unpredictable nature of agriculture and the fluctuating income that comes with it. This bill seeks to create a specialized loan program that is tailored to the needs of farmers, making it easier for them to access the financing they need to purchase or refinance their homes.

One key provision of the FARM Home Loans Act of 2023 is the establishment of a new loan program specifically for farmers. This program would offer low-interest loans with flexible repayment terms, making it easier for farmers to qualify for and afford a home loan. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to streamline the application process and reduce the paperwork burden for farmers applying for these loans. Overall, the FARM Home Loans Act of 2023 is aimed at providing much-needed financial assistance to farmers who are looking to purchase or refinance their homes. By creating a specialized loan program tailored to the needs of farmers, this bill seeks to make it easier for farmers to access the financing they need to achieve homeownership.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3497

Introduced on
2023-12-13

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/13/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Bill 118 s 3497, also known as the FARM Home Loans Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide financial assistance to farmers who are looking to purchase or refinance their homes.

The FARM Home Loans Act of 2023 aims to address the unique financial challenges that farmers face when it comes to securing home loans. Many traditional lenders are hesitant to provide loans to farmers due to the unpredictable nature of agriculture and the fluctuating income that comes with it. This bill seeks to create a specialized loan program that is tailored to the needs of farmers, making it easier for them to access the financing they need to purchase or refinance their homes.

One key provision of the FARM Home Loans Act of 2023 is the establishment of a new loan program specifically for farmers. This program would offer low-interest loans with flexible repayment terms, making it easier for farmers to qualify for and afford a home loan. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to streamline the application process and reduce the paperwork burden for farmers applying for these loans. Overall, the FARM Home Loans Act of 2023 is aimed at providing much-needed financial assistance to farmers who are looking to purchase or refinance their homes. By creating a specialized loan program tailored to the needs of farmers, this bill seeks to make it easier for farmers to access the financing they need to achieve homeownership.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Farm Credit Act of 1971 to modify rural housing financing under that Act.

Policy Areas
Housing and Community Development

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Latest Action12/13/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.