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Honor Farmer Contracts Act
5/6/2025, 5:21 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2396
In addition to addressing the funding issue, the bill also includes provisions that would prohibit the closure of Farm Service Agency and Natural Resources Conservation Service offices. These offices play a crucial role in providing support and resources to farmers and landowners across the country, and the bill aims to ensure that these services remain accessible to those who rely on them.
Overall, the primary goal of Bill 119 hr 2396 is to ensure that the Department of Agriculture is able to continue providing vital services and support to farmers and landowners, while also preventing the closure of key offices that play a critical role in supporting the agricultural community.
Congressional Summary of HR 2396
Honor Farmer Contracts Act
This bill requires the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to unfreeze funding for agreements and contracts and prohibits USDA from closing certain offices and service centers without notifying Congress in advance.
Specifically, USDA must (1) unfreeze funding for, and implement, all agreements and contracts entered into by USDA prior to the bill's enactment; and (2) pay all related past due amounts owed by USDA as rapidly as possible.
Further, the bill prohibits USDA from canceling a signed agreement or contract with a farmer or an entity providing assistance to farmers (unless the farmer or entity is not in compliance with the terms and conditions of the contract).
Finally, the bill prohibits USDA from closing Farm Service Agency county offices, Natural Resources Conservation Service field offices, or Rural Development Service Centers without providing written notice and a justification to Congress at least 60 days before the closure.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2396
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2396
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
6Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
18Democrat Cosponsors
18Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2396
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2396
Comments
Fatima Morris
8 months ago
Can't believe they're trying to pass this bill! It's going to have a huge impact on us farmers in VI. I don't know how this is going to play out, but I'm definitely not happy about it. #HRBill2396 #FarmersUnite
Gloria Sparks
8 months ago
I heard about this new bill for farmers, and I think it's a good thing. It's supposed to help protect farmers' contracts, which is important for our food supply. I'm not exactly sure how it works, but I think it's a step in the right direction. It's great to see our government supporting our farmers. #UnitedStatesHRBill2396HonorFarmerContractsAct #SupportOurFarmers #ProtectOurFoodSupply
Ander Nichols
8 months ago
This bill is a disaster! It's gonna hurt farmers and small businesses across the country. They don't even know what they're voting on, it's a shame. And did you know that this bill also includes a provision that could potentially increase taxes for hardworking Americans? It's a mess, folks. #HRBill2396 #BadForAmerica
