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Mango Plant Health Initiative Act

2/5/2024, 11:45 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3856

Bill 118 hr 3856, also known as the Mango Plant Health Initiative Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting the health and sustainability of mango plants in the United States. The bill seeks to establish a program within the Department of Agriculture that will focus on researching and implementing measures to prevent and control diseases and pests that threaten the health of mango plants.

The Mango Plant Health Initiative Act proposes the allocation of funds for research, education, and outreach efforts to support the development of best practices for the cultivation and protection of mango plants. The bill also calls for the establishment of partnerships with industry stakeholders, academic institutions, and government agencies to collaborate on initiatives to improve the health and productivity of mango plants.

Additionally, the legislation aims to enhance the coordination of efforts to address the challenges facing mango plant health, including the development of strategies to mitigate the impact of climate change on mango cultivation. The bill emphasizes the importance of protecting the economic viability of the mango industry in the United States and ensuring the availability of high-quality mango products for consumers. Overall, the Mango Plant Health Initiative Act is a comprehensive and proactive approach to addressing the threats to mango plant health in the United States. By investing in research, education, and collaboration, the bill aims to support the long-term sustainability of the mango industry and promote the health and productivity of mango plants across the country.

Congressional Summary of HR 3856

Mango Plant Health Initiative Act

This bill establishes a research and extension grant program for a mango plant health initiative.

Specifically, the bill authorizes the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to provide competitive grants for

  • studying potential resistance and tolerance of mangos to native and nonnative disease and insect pests;
  • conducting research for treatment of pests that affect mangos;
  • conducting field studies to evaluate cultivars of mangos with enhanced resistance to diseases and pests;
  • educating growers on best practices to promote the safe production of mangos; and
  • establishing area-wide integrated pest management programs in areas affected by, or at risk of being affected by, specified pathogens or pests.

The bill also extends the authority for several existing USDA high-priority research and extension initiatives through FY2028.

Current Status of Bill HR 3856

Bill HR 3856 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 6, 2023. Bill HR 3856 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 6, 2023.  Bill HR 3856's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology. as of July 28, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3856

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3856

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Potential Impact Areas

- Agricultural conservation and pollution
- Agricultural practices and innovations
- Agricultural research
- Animal and plant health
- Ecology
- Fruit and vegetables
- Horticulture and plants
- Insects
- Pest management

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3856

Mango Plant Health Initiative Act
Mango Plant Health Initiative Act
To amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to include in the high-priority research and extension initiatives research on mango plant health, and for other purposes.

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