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Small and Homestead Independent Producers Act of 2022
12/29/2022, 12:33 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8825
Bill 117 HR 8825, also known as the Small and Homestead Independent Producers Act of 2022, aims to provide support and resources to small-scale and homestead producers in the United States. The bill recognizes the important role that these producers play in the agricultural industry and seeks to help them thrive in a competitive market.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to assist small and homestead producers with the costs of production, marketing, and distribution. This program would provide financial assistance to eligible producers, helping them to expand their operations and reach new markets.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve access to technical assistance and training for small and homestead producers. This would help these producers to adopt best practices, increase efficiency, and enhance the quality of their products. Furthermore, the bill aims to promote the sustainability and resilience of small and homestead producers by encouraging the use of environmentally friendly practices and supporting conservation efforts. Overall, Bill 117 HR 8825 seeks to level the playing field for small and homestead producers, ensuring that they have the resources and support they need to succeed in the agricultural industry.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to assist small and homestead producers with the costs of production, marketing, and distribution. This program would provide financial assistance to eligible producers, helping them to expand their operations and reach new markets.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve access to technical assistance and training for small and homestead producers. This would help these producers to adopt best practices, increase efficiency, and enhance the quality of their products. Furthermore, the bill aims to promote the sustainability and resilience of small and homestead producers by encouraging the use of environmentally friendly practices and supporting conservation efforts. Overall, Bill 117 HR 8825 seeks to level the playing field for small and homestead producers, ensuring that they have the resources and support they need to succeed in the agricultural industry.
Congressional Summary of HR 8825
Small and Homestead Independent Producers Act of 2022
This bill provides authority for small cultivators of marijuana and small manufacturers of marijuana products to ship and sell the marijuana or marijuana products using the U.S. Postal Service or a private or commercial interstate carrier.
Specifically, marijuana or a marijuana product may be shipped or sold to individuals within a state or another state in which the possession of it is lawful by such individuals.
The bill takes effect on the date on which marijuana is removed from the list of scheduled substances under the Controlled Substances Act and federal criminal penalties for an individual who manufactures, distributes, or possesses marijuana, are eliminated.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8825
Bill HR 8825 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 14, 2022. Bill HR 8825 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 14, 2022. Bill HR 8825's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research. as of September 29, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8825
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8825
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8825
Small and Homestead Independent Producers Act of 2022
Small and Homestead Independent Producers Act of 2022
To provide authority for small cultivators of marijuana and small manufacturers of marijuana products to ship marijuana and marijuana products using the mail, and for other purpose.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8825
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