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Future FARMER Act
4/11/2025, 8:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1952
The bill seeks to provide funding for educational programs that focus on improving food and agricultural sciences education. This includes supporting research, extension, and teaching activities in these areas. By extending grants and fellowships, the bill aims to enhance the quality of education and training in food and agricultural sciences.
The National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 is a key piece of legislation that supports research and education in the agricultural sector. By amending this act, Bill 119 HR 1952 aims to further strengthen the support for education in food and agricultural sciences. Overall, the Food and Agricultural Sciences Education Extension Act is focused on promoting education and training in the fields of food and agricultural sciences. By extending grants and fellowships, the bill aims to support research, extension, and teaching activities in these important areas.
Congressional Summary of HR 1952
Future Funding for Agricultural Research, Mentorship, and Education Reauthorization Act or the Future FARMER Act
This bill reauthorizes through FY2029 National Institute of Food and Agriculture grants and fellowships for food and agriculture science education. This includes programs such as the (1) Higher Education Challenge Grants Program, (2) Agriculture in the Classroom Program, and (3) National Awards Program for Excellence in College and University Teaching in the Food and Agricultural Sciences.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1952
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1952
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3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Comments
Stone Berman
8 months ago
I dunno much about this Future FARMER Act thing, but it sounds like it could have some big impacts on farmers and stuff. I'm not sure how this will affect me and my family in CO, but I'm a bit worried about it. Can someone explain more about this and what it means for the long term?
