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Don Young American Grown Act

12/29/2022, 6:05 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8284

Bill 117 HR 8284, also known as the Don Young American Grown Act, was introduced by Representative Don Young of Alaska. The purpose of this bill is to promote the growth and consumption of American-grown agricultural products.

The key provisions of the bill include establishing a labeling program for agricultural products that are grown in the United States. This program would require products to be labeled with a "Made in the USA" or similar designation to indicate that they were produced domestically.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase awareness and support for American farmers and ranchers by encouraging consumers to choose American-grown products. This would help to boost the domestic agricultural industry and support local farmers and businesses. Overall, the Don Young American Grown Act seeks to promote and prioritize the consumption of American-grown agricultural products, ultimately benefiting the economy and supporting the hardworking farmers and ranchers across the country.

Congressional Summary of HR 8284

Don Young American Grown Act

This bill prohibits the official display of a cut flower or green in any public area of a building of the Executive Office of the President, the Department of State, or the Department of Defense unless it is produced in the United States.

The prohibition does not apply to any cut flower or green used by a federal officer or employee for personal display.

Current Status of Bill HR 8284

Bill HR 8284 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 5, 2022. Bill HR 8284 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 5, 2022.  Bill HR 8284's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of July 5, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8284

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8284

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8284

Don Young American Grown Act
Don Young American Grown Act
To require cut flowers and cut greens displayed in certain Federal buildings to be produced in the United States, and for other purposes.

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