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Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019

4/7/2025, 2:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5961

Bill 115 hr 5961, also known as the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019, is a piece of legislation that focuses on funding for various government agencies and programs related to agriculture, rural development, food safety, and the FDA.

The bill allocates funding for the Department of Agriculture, including programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), rural development initiatives, and agricultural research. It also provides funding for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ensure the safety and effectiveness of food and medical products.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for various other agencies and programs, such as the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the Farm Credit Administration, and the Food for Peace program. Overall, the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019 aims to support and strengthen the agricultural industry, promote rural development, ensure food safety, and provide funding for important government agencies and programs related to agriculture and food.

Current Status of Bill HR 5961

Bill HR 5961 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 24, 2018. Bill HR 5961 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on May 24, 2018.  Bill HR 5961's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 545. as of May 24, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5961

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5961

Primary Policy Focus

Economics and Public Finance

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