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Securing our Agriculture and Food Act
4/7/2025, 3:21 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1238
The Securing our Agriculture and Food Act, also known as Bill 115 hr 1238, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of enhancing the security of the nation's agriculture and food systems. The bill focuses on preventing and responding to potential threats to these critical sectors, such as bioterrorism, disease outbreaks, and natural disasters.
Key provisions of the bill include:
1. Establishing a coordinated effort between federal agencies, state and local governments, and private sector stakeholders to develop and implement strategies for safeguarding agriculture and food systems. 2. Enhancing information sharing and communication among relevant parties to improve response capabilities in the event of a crisis. 3. Providing resources and support for research and development of technologies and practices to enhance the resilience of agriculture and food systems. 4. Strengthening partnerships with international organizations and foreign governments to address global threats to agriculture and food security. Overall, the Securing our Agriculture and Food Act aims to protect the nation's food supply and agricultural infrastructure from potential threats, ensuring the safety and security of these vital sectors.
Key provisions of the bill include:
1. Establishing a coordinated effort between federal agencies, state and local governments, and private sector stakeholders to develop and implement strategies for safeguarding agriculture and food systems. 2. Enhancing information sharing and communication among relevant parties to improve response capabilities in the event of a crisis. 3. Providing resources and support for research and development of technologies and practices to enhance the resilience of agriculture and food systems. 4. Strengthening partnerships with international organizations and foreign governments to address global threats to agriculture and food security. Overall, the Securing our Agriculture and Food Act aims to protect the nation's food supply and agricultural infrastructure from potential threats, ensuring the safety and security of these vital sectors.
Current Status of Bill HR 1238
Bill HR 1238 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 28, 2017. Bill HR 1238 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on February 28, 2017. Bill HR 1238's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 115-43. as of June 30, 2017
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1238
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1238
Primary Policy Focus
Emergency ManagementComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1238
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