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Young Farmer Success Act
12/29/2022, 6:18 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8549
Bill 117 HR 8549, also known as the Young Farmer Success Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of supporting and encouraging young farmers in the agricultural industry. The bill seeks to address the challenges faced by young farmers, such as access to land, capital, and resources, by providing them with financial assistance and resources to help them succeed in their farming endeavors.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a Young Farmer Grant Program, which would provide grants to young farmers to help them purchase land, equipment, and other necessary resources to start or expand their farming operations. The bill also includes provisions for low-interest loans and loan forgiveness programs to help young farmers access the capital they need to get their businesses off the ground.
Additionally, the Young Farmer Success Act aims to support young farmers through mentorship programs, technical assistance, and training opportunities to help them develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the agricultural industry. The bill also includes provisions for research and development funding to support innovation and sustainability in farming practices. Overall, the Young Farmer Success Act is designed to support the next generation of farmers and ensure the long-term viability of the agricultural industry in the United States. By providing young farmers with the resources and support they need to succeed, the bill aims to help them overcome the challenges they face and build successful and sustainable farming businesses.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a Young Farmer Grant Program, which would provide grants to young farmers to help them purchase land, equipment, and other necessary resources to start or expand their farming operations. The bill also includes provisions for low-interest loans and loan forgiveness programs to help young farmers access the capital they need to get their businesses off the ground.
Additionally, the Young Farmer Success Act aims to support young farmers through mentorship programs, technical assistance, and training opportunities to help them develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the agricultural industry. The bill also includes provisions for research and development funding to support innovation and sustainability in farming practices. Overall, the Young Farmer Success Act is designed to support the next generation of farmers and ensure the long-term viability of the agricultural industry in the United States. By providing young farmers with the resources and support they need to succeed, the bill aims to help them overcome the challenges they face and build successful and sustainable farming businesses.
Congressional Summary of HR 8549
Young Farmer Success Act
This bill makes certain farmers or ranchers eligible for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Under the PSLF program, the Department of Education must cancel the balance of interest and principal due on a borrower's Federal Direct Loans after the borrower makes 120 monthly loan payments while employed in a public service job. This bill broadens the definition of public service job to include a full-time job engaged in farm work as an employee or manager of a qualified farm or ranch.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8549
Bill HR 8549 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 28, 2022. Bill HR 8549 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 28, 2022. Bill HR 8549's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of July 28, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8549
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
20Democrat Cosponsors
14Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8549
Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8549
Young Farmer Success Act
Young Farmer Success Act
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to include certain individuals who work on farms or ranches as individuals who are employed in public service jobs for purposes of eligibility for loan forgiveness under the Federal Direct Loan program.
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