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Composting Support: New Programs and Grants for Farmers and Communities

This act aims to promote composting by recognizing it as an important environmental conservation practice. Citizens and communities can gain access to new financial support programs for establishing and developing composting systems, which will help reduce waste and improve soil quality. Farmers will find it easier to utilize composting on their farms.
Key points
Composting is officially recognized as a conservation practice, paving the way for support for farmers.
Grants and loan guarantees up to $5 million will be available for composting projects, including facility construction, equipment purchase, and waste collection programs.
Support programs are open to a wide range of entities, including local governments, schools, universities, non-profit organizations, farmers, and ranchers.
Priority will be given to projects in areas with limited composting access, those creating new waste processing capacities, and those supporting small and diverse businesses, as well as low-income communities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4443
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2021-07-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COMPOST Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4443.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Composting is officially recognized as a conservation practice, paving the way for support for farmers.
  • Grants and loan guarantees up to $5 million will be available for composting projects, including facility construction, equipment purchase, and waste collection programs.
  • Support programs are open to a wide range of entities, including local governments, schools, universities, non-profit organizations, farmers, and ranchers.
  • Priority will be given to projects in areas with limited composting access, those creating new waste processing capacities, and those supporting small and diverse businesses, as well as low-income communities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Agriculture Environment Public Investments