Sustainable Agriculture Research Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 3844 Sustainable Agriculture Research Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/5/2024, 8:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3844

The Sustainable Agriculture Research Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3844, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote sustainable agriculture practices through research and education.

If passed, the Sustainable Agriculture Research Act would allocate funding for research projects that focus on sustainable farming methods, such as organic farming, crop rotation, and soil conservation. This research would aim to improve the environmental impact of agriculture, increase crop yields, and promote the long-term health of the soil.

Additionally, the bill would provide grants to farmers and agricultural organizations to help them implement sustainable practices on their own farms. This could include funding for equipment, training, and technical assistance. Overall, the Sustainable Agriculture Research Act seeks to support the development and implementation of sustainable agriculture practices in the United States. By investing in research and education, the bill aims to create a more environmentally friendly and economically viable agricultural sector.

Congressional Summary of HR 3844

Sustainable Agriculture Research Act

This bill revises the goals of the Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority (AGARDA).

Specifically, the bill expands the goals to require AGARDA to enhance the role of sustainable agriculture in innovative voluntary resilience solutions in the United States through the development of agricultural technologies that may address

the impact of extreme weather on crop production;
the effects of drought and the potential of building water holding capacity in soils on croplands and rangelands;
the expansion of the potential for long-term carbon storage through sustainable agriculture;
increased economic and practical feasibility for renewable and sustainable energy on farms and in the agriculture industry;
increased voluntary adoption of conservation practices that sequester carbon and build on-farm climate resilience; and
increased economic and practical feasibility for, and voluntary adoption of, precision agriculture technology.

The bill defines precision agriculture as managing, tracking, or reducing crop or livestock production inputs (including seed, feed, fertilizer, chemicals, water, and time) at a heightened level of spatial and temporal granularity to improve efficiencies, reduce waste, and maintain environmental quality.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3844

Bill HR 3844 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 6, 2023. Bill HR 3844 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 6, 2023. Bill HR 3844's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology. as of July 28, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3844

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3844

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Potential Impact Areas

- Agricultural conservation and pollution

- Agricultural practices and innovations

- Agricultural research

- Air quality

- Alternative and renewable resources

- Atmospheric science and weather

- Climate change and greenhouse gases

- Farmland

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3844

Sustainable Agriculture Research Act

To amend the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 to provide for an additional goal of the Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority (AGARDA) to enhance the role of agriculture in innovative sustainability solutions.