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Save Our Small Farms Act of 2025
4/17/2025, 3:08 AM
Summary of Bill S 1271
Bill 119 s 1271 aims to make changes to the Federal Agriculture Improvement and Reform Act of 1996 in order to help farmers transition from the noninsured crop assistance program to the whole farm revenue insurance plan. This bill is designed to provide support and assistance to producers as they make this transition, which can be a complex and challenging process.
The noninsured crop assistance program provides financial assistance to farmers who experience crop losses due to natural disasters or other unforeseen circumstances. The whole farm revenue insurance plan, on the other hand, offers insurance coverage for the entire farm's revenue, rather than just individual crops.
By amending the 1996 Act, this bill seeks to streamline the process for producers to switch from one program to the other, making it easier for them to access the support and resources they need. This transition is important for farmers who want to ensure the long-term sustainability and success of their operations. Overall, Bill 119 s 1271 is focused on helping farmers navigate the changing landscape of agricultural insurance and assistance programs, ultimately aiming to support their livelihoods and ensure the stability of the agricultural industry as a whole.
The noninsured crop assistance program provides financial assistance to farmers who experience crop losses due to natural disasters or other unforeseen circumstances. The whole farm revenue insurance plan, on the other hand, offers insurance coverage for the entire farm's revenue, rather than just individual crops.
By amending the 1996 Act, this bill seeks to streamline the process for producers to switch from one program to the other, making it easier for them to access the support and resources they need. This transition is important for farmers who want to ensure the long-term sustainability and success of their operations. Overall, Bill 119 s 1271 is focused on helping farmers navigate the changing landscape of agricultural insurance and assistance programs, ultimately aiming to support their livelihoods and ensure the stability of the agricultural industry as a whole.
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Current Status of Bill S 1271
Bill S 1271 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 3, 2025. Bill S 1271 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 3, 2025. Bill S 1271's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of April 3, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1271
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
2Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1271
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1271
A bill to amend the Federal Agriculture Improvement and Reform Act of 1996 with respect to transitioning producers from the noninsured crop assistance program to the whole farm revenue insurance plan.
A bill to amend the Federal Agriculture Improvement and Reform Act of 1996 with respect to transitioning producers from the noninsured crop assistance program to the whole farm revenue insurance plan.
Comments

Elyse Dougherty
1,067
1 year ago
I'm so sad about this bill for small farms. It's not fair.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1271
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