Supporting Farm Operations Act of 2024

3/21/2024, 8:08 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 118 s 3848, also known as the Supporting Farm Operations Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of providing support to farmers and agricultural operations across the country. The bill seeks to address various challenges faced by farmers, including access to resources, financial stability, and regulatory burdens.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide financial assistance to farmers for the implementation of sustainable farming practices. This program aims to help farmers improve their operations while also promoting environmental conservation and sustainability in the agricultural sector.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to streamline regulatory processes for farmers, making it easier for them to comply with existing regulations and access necessary permits. This is intended to reduce the administrative burden on farmers and allow them to focus more on their core business activities. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to increase access to resources and support services for farmers, such as technical assistance, training programs, and access to markets. These measures are designed to help farmers improve their productivity, profitability, and overall competitiveness in the agricultural industry. Overall, the Supporting Farm Operations Act of 2024 aims to provide much-needed support to farmers and agricultural operations, addressing key challenges and promoting sustainability in the sector. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress and has garnered bipartisan support for its efforts to strengthen the agricultural industry in the United States.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3848

Introduced on
2024-02-29

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/29/2024

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 the Judiciary.
Bill 118 s 3848, also known as the Supporting Farm Operations Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of providing support to farmers and agricultural operations across the country. The bill seeks to address various challenges faced by farmers, including access to resources, financial stability, and regulatory burdens.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide financial assistance to farmers for the implementation of sustainable farming practices. This program aims to help farmers improve their operations while also promoting environmental conservation and sustainability in the agricultural sector.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to streamline regulatory processes for farmers, making it easier for them to comply with existing regulations and access necessary permits. This is intended to reduce the administrative burden on farmers and allow them to focus more on their core business activities. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to increase access to resources and support services for farmers, such as technical assistance, training programs, and access to markets. These measures are designed to help farmers improve their productivity, profitability, and overall competitiveness in the agricultural industry. Overall, the Supporting Farm Operations Act of 2024 aims to provide much-needed support to farmers and agricultural operations, addressing key challenges and promoting sustainability in the sector. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress and has garnered bipartisan support for its efforts to strengthen the agricultural industry in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to direct the Secretary of Labor to freeze the existing adverse effect wage rate applicable to H-2A nonimmigrants through December 31, 2025.

Policy Areas
Immigration

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Latest Action2/29/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.