A bill to unfreeze funding for contract of the Department of Agriculture, to prohibit Farm Service Agency and Natural Resources Conservation Service office closures, and for other purposes.

4/7/2025, 12:51 PM

Summary of Bill S 1172

Bill 119 s 1172, also known as the "Department of Agriculture Contract Funding Unfreezing and Office Closure Prohibition Act," aims to address the issue of frozen funding for contracts within the Department of Agriculture. The bill seeks to unfreeze this funding in order to ensure that essential services provided by the Department of Agriculture can continue without interruption.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions that 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. By preventing their closure, the bill aims to ensure that these important services remain accessible to those who rely on them.

Overall, the goal of Bill 119 s 1172 is to safeguard the funding and operations of the Department of Agriculture, as well as to protect the vital services provided by Farm Service Agency and Natural Resources Conservation Service offices. The bill aims to ensure that these agencies can continue to fulfill their important roles in supporting agriculture and conservation efforts in the United States.

Current Status of Bill S 1172

Bill S 1172 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 27, 2025. Bill S 1172 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 27, 2025.  Bill S 1172's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of March 27, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1172

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
5
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
14
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1172

Primary Policy Focus


Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1172

A bill to unfreeze funding for contract of the Department of Agriculture, to prohibit Farm Service Agency and Natural Resources Conservation Service office closures, and for other purposes.A bill to unfreeze funding for contract of the Department of Agriculture, to prohibit Farm Service Agency and Natural Resources Conservation Service office closures, and for other purposes.
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