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Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act
12/31/2022, 5:36 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5422
Bill 117 HR 5422, also known as the Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to amend the Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Act of 2008 in order to address new challenges facing macadamia tree health.
The bill proposes several key amendments to the original act. Firstly, it seeks to increase funding for research and development related to macadamia tree health. This includes funding for studies on disease prevention, pest control, and overall tree maintenance. Additionally, the bill aims to establish a grant program to assist macadamia tree farmers in implementing best practices for tree health.
Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for the creation of a national database to track macadamia tree health trends and monitor the spread of diseases and pests. This database would be accessible to researchers, farmers, and government agencies to aid in the prevention and control of tree health issues. Overall, the Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at addressing the current challenges facing macadamia tree health in the United States. If passed, this bill has the potential to greatly benefit macadamia tree farmers and ensure the long-term health and sustainability of this important crop.
The bill proposes several key amendments to the original act. Firstly, it seeks to increase funding for research and development related to macadamia tree health. This includes funding for studies on disease prevention, pest control, and overall tree maintenance. Additionally, the bill aims to establish a grant program to assist macadamia tree farmers in implementing best practices for tree health.
Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for the creation of a national database to track macadamia tree health trends and monitor the spread of diseases and pests. This database would be accessible to researchers, farmers, and government agencies to aid in the prevention and control of tree health issues. Overall, the Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at addressing the current challenges facing macadamia tree health in the United States. If passed, this bill has the potential to greatly benefit macadamia tree farmers and ensure the long-term health and sustainability of this important crop.
Congressional Summary of HR 5422
Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act
This bill expands the research and extension grant program for the macadamia tree health initiative. Under current law, the Department of Agriculture (USDA) may provide competitive grants under the initiative to support research and extension activities to combat the insect known as the macadamia felted coccid (Eriococcus ironsidei).
Specifically, the bill authorizes USDA to provide competitive grants for
- developing and disseminating science-based tools and treatments to combat plant pests and noxious weeds that impact macadamia trees;
- establishing an area-wide integrated pest management program in areas affected by, or at risk of being affected by, the invasive plant pests or noxious weeds;
- surveying and collecting data on macadamia tree production and health;
- investigating macadamia tree biology, immunology, ecology, genomics, and bioinformatics; and
- conducting research on various factors that may contribute to or be associated with macadamia tree immune systems and other serious threats to macadamia trees.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5422
Bill HR 5422 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 29, 2021. Bill HR 5422 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 29, 2021. Bill HR 5422's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research. as of October 21, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5422
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5422
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodPotential Impact Areas
- Agricultural conservation and pollution
- Agricultural practices and innovations
- Agricultural research
- Animal and plant health
- Ecology
- Forests, forestry, trees
- Genetics
- Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
- Horticulture and plants
- Insects
- Pest management
- Wildlife conservation and habitat protection
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5422
To amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to modify the macadamia tree health initiative, and for other purposes.
Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act
Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5422
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