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To amend the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 to reauthorize the dairy business innovation initiatives.
3/25/2025, 12:45 PM
Summary of Bill HR 985
Bill 119 HR 985, also known as the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives Reauthorization Act, aims to amend the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 in order to extend the dairy business innovation initiatives. These initiatives were originally established to support and promote innovation within the dairy industry.
The bill seeks to provide funding and resources for dairy farmers and businesses to develop new technologies, products, and practices that will improve the efficiency, sustainability, and competitiveness of the dairy industry. By reauthorizing these initiatives, Congress hopes to encourage continued innovation and growth within the dairy sector.
Specifically, the bill includes provisions for grants, loans, and technical assistance programs to help dairy farmers and businesses implement new ideas and technologies. It also aims to support research and development efforts that will lead to advancements in dairy production, processing, and marketing. Overall, the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives Reauthorization Act is intended to help the dairy industry adapt to changing market conditions, consumer preferences, and environmental challenges. By investing in innovation and technology, Congress hopes to ensure the long-term viability and success of the dairy sector in the United States.
The bill seeks to provide funding and resources for dairy farmers and businesses to develop new technologies, products, and practices that will improve the efficiency, sustainability, and competitiveness of the dairy industry. By reauthorizing these initiatives, Congress hopes to encourage continued innovation and growth within the dairy sector.
Specifically, the bill includes provisions for grants, loans, and technical assistance programs to help dairy farmers and businesses implement new ideas and technologies. It also aims to support research and development efforts that will lead to advancements in dairy production, processing, and marketing. Overall, the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives Reauthorization Act is intended to help the dairy industry adapt to changing market conditions, consumer preferences, and environmental challenges. By investing in innovation and technology, Congress hopes to ensure the long-term viability and success of the dairy sector in the United States.
Congressional Summary of HR 985
This bill increases the authorization of appropriations for the Dairy Business Innovation (DBI) Initiatives for each fiscal year. The bill also requires that there be a minimum of four regionally-located DBI Initiatives, instead of the currently required three.
Under the Agricultural Marketing Service, the DBI Initiatives support dairy businesses in the development, production, marketing, and distribution of dairy products. The current program includes four DBI Initiatives selected to provide direct technical assistance and subawards to dairy businesses, including for niche dairy products and dairy products derived from cow milk, sheep milk, and goat milk.
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Current Status of Bill HR 985
Bill HR 985 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 5, 2025. Bill HR 985 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 5, 2025. Bill HR 985's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry. as of March 14, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 985
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 985
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 985
To amend the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 to reauthorize the dairy business innovation initiatives.
To amend the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 to reauthorize the dairy business innovation initiatives.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 985
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