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Crop Insurance for Future Farmers Act of 2023

3/13/2024, 7:57 PM

Summary of Bill S 2458

The Crop Insurance for Future Farmers Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 2458, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide crop insurance to new and beginning farmers in order to help them mitigate the financial risks associated with farming.

Under this bill, new and beginning farmers would be eligible to receive crop insurance coverage at a reduced rate, making it more affordable for them to protect their crops against natural disasters, pests, and other unforeseen events. This would help these farmers stay afloat during difficult times and encourage more individuals to enter the agricultural industry.

Additionally, the Crop Insurance for Future Farmers Act of 2023 aims to promote sustainable farming practices by offering incentives for farmers who adopt environmentally friendly methods. This could include practices such as crop rotation, cover cropping, and integrated pest management. Overall, this bill seeks to support the next generation of farmers and ensure the long-term viability of the agricultural industry in the United States. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is a necessary step to help new farmers succeed, while opponents raise concerns about the cost and potential impact on existing crop insurance programs.

Current Status of Bill S 2458

Bill S 2458 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 25, 2023. Bill S 2458 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 25, 2023.  Bill S 2458's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of July 25, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2458

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2458

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2458

Crop Insurance for Future Farmers Act of 2023
Crop Insurance for Future Farmers Act of 2023
A bill to amend the Federal Crop Insurance Act to promote crop insurance support for beginning farmers and ranchers, and for other purposes.

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