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GRAIN for America Act

12/29/2022, 6:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8592

The GRAIN for America Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 8592, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to support and promote the production and distribution of grains in the United States.

One of the key provisions of the GRAIN for America Act is the establishment of a grant program to provide financial assistance to farmers and agricultural producers who grow grains. This program aims to help these individuals improve their operations, increase their yields, and expand their businesses.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to support research and development in the grain industry. This includes funding for studies on new technologies, techniques, and practices that can help farmers be more efficient and sustainable in their grain production. The GRAIN for America Act also addresses issues related to trade and exports. It seeks to promote American grains in international markets and remove barriers that may hinder the export of these products. This is intended to boost the US economy and create new opportunities for American farmers. Overall, the GRAIN for America Act is focused on supporting the grain industry in the United States through various means, including grants, research funding, and trade promotion. It aims to help farmers thrive and succeed in their businesses while also benefiting the broader economy.

Congressional Summary of HR 8592

Guaranteeing Robust Agricultural Independence and Nutrition for America Act or the GRAIN for America Act

This bill establishes a one-year moratorium on the enrollment of land in the Conservation Reserve Program, with a specified exception for land that is already subject to a contract under the program. It also prohibits the Department of Agriculture from enrolling prime farmland in the program.

Additionally, the bill allows a participant who has entered into a contract under the program to terminate the contract at any time during the one-year period preceding the date on which the contact would expire.

Current Status of Bill HR 8592

Bill HR 8592 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 29, 2022. Bill HR 8592 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 29, 2022.  Bill HR 8592's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry. as of August 29, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8592

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 8592

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8592

GRAIN for America Act
GRAIN for America Act
Guaranteeing Robust Agricultural Independence and Nutrition for America Act
To establish a 1-year moratorium on the enrollment of land in the conservation reserve program under the Food Security Act of 1985 and to prohibit the enrollment of prime farmland in such program, and for other purposes.

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