arrow_back Back to App

Ending Sugar Program: Changes for Farmers and Consumers

This bill aims to end the government's sugar support program. This could affect sugar prices in stores, potentially lowering them for consumers, but also changing operating conditions for sugar producers.
Key points
Repeal of the 1996 sugar program that regulated sugar production and sales.
Elimination of flexible marketing allotments and tariff rate quotas for sugar, potentially increasing competition.
Repeal of the feedstock flexibility program, impacting the use of sugar surpluses.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5680
Sponsor: Rep. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10]
Process start date: 2021-10-22
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SWEETER Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5680.

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 2021-10-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Repeal of the 1996 sugar program that regulated sugar production and sales.
  • Elimination of flexible marketing allotments and tariff rate quotas for sugar, potentially increasing competition.
  • Repeal of the feedstock flexibility program, impacting the use of sugar surpluses.
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. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities and Risk Management.

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Economy