Agriculture Innovation Act of 2023

Senate Bill 98 - Agriculture Innovation Act of 2023: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 98 Agriculture Innovation Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

Congressional Summary of S 98

Agriculture Innovation Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to identify, collect, link, and analyze certain data on the impact of conservation practices and other production practices on farm, ranch, and other working land profitability, including the effect on enhancing crop yields, soil health, ecosystem services, and other risk-reducing factors.

Additionally, USDA must

establish a conservation and farm productivity secure data center that ensures the security, privacy, and integrity of data;
make the results of the data collection and analysis available through the secure data center to academic institutions and researchers; and
provide technical assistance, including through internet-based tools, based on the analysis conducted and other relevant data, to assist producers in improving sustainable production practices that increase yields and enhance environmental outcomes.

Current Status of Bill S 98

Bill S 98 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 26, 2023. Bill S 98 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 26, 2023. Bill S 98's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of January 26, 2023