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Smoke Exposure Research Act of 2025

4/11/2025, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2084

Bill 119 HR 2084, also known as the Wildfire Smoke Exposure Research Act, is a piece of legislation that mandates the Agricultural Research Service to conduct research on the effects of wildfire smoke exposure on wine grapes. The bill aims to better understand how smoke from wildfires impacts the quality and safety of wine grapes, which are a crucial component of the agricultural industry.

The research conducted under this bill will help farmers and winemakers mitigate the negative effects of wildfire smoke exposure on their crops, ultimately ensuring the continued production of high-quality wine. Additionally, the research will provide valuable insights into the broader implications of wildfire smoke exposure on agriculture and public health.

Overall, Bill 119 HR 2084 seeks to address the growing concern of wildfires and their impact on the agricultural sector, specifically focusing on the exposure of wine grapes to smoke. By conducting research in this area, the Agricultural Research Service will be able to provide valuable information and guidance to stakeholders in the wine industry, ultimately benefiting both producers and consumers.

Congressional Summary of HR 2084

Smoke Exposure Research Act of 2025

This bill directs the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) to conduct research relating to smoke exposure and wine grapes. This research must be done in coordination with land-grant colleges and universities that are located in California, Oregon, and Washington and have researched the effects of smoke exposure on viticulture and enology operations and practices.

Specifically, ARS must

  • conduct research to identify the compounds responsible for smoke exposure,
  • conduct research to establish standard methodologies for sampling and testing smoke-exposed wine grapes and smoke-affected wines,
  • establish a reliable database of background levels of smoke exposure compounds that occur naturally in wine grapes,
  • develop risk assessment tools or mitigation methods to reduce or eliminate smoke exposure, and
  • study compounds that can act as a barrier between wine grapes and smoke compounds.

Current Status of Bill HR 2084

Bill HR 2084 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2025. Bill HR 2084 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 11, 2025.  Bill HR 2084's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology. as of April 4, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2084

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
4
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2084

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2084

To require the Agricultural Research Service to conduct research relating to the exposure of wine grapes to wildfire smoke, and for other purposes.
To require the Agricultural Research Service to conduct research relating to the exposure of wine grapes to wildfire smoke, and for other purposes.

Comments

Azari Bender profile image

Azari Bender

503

8 months ago

I can't believe this bill is actually a thing. Like, seriously? We're gonna spend taxpayer money on researching how wildfire smoke affects wine grapes? I mean, come on, there are so many other important issues that need attention. This is just a waste of resources. I don't see how this is gonna benefit anyone in the long run. It's just ridiculous.

Emerson Kaufman profile image

Emerson Kaufman

408

8 months ago

Can't believe they're wasting time and money on this. What's next, studying grape juice?