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Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act: Supporting Agriculture and Consumers

This act aims to reduce food and fuel costs by supporting farmers, increasing competition in the food sector, and improving fuel infrastructure. Citizens may experience lower prices at stores and gas stations, as well as greater stability in agricultural product supplies.
Key points
Establishes a special office to combat unfair practices in the meat and poultry industry, aiming to increase competition and protect producers.
Provides financial assistance to farmers for fertilizer and modern agricultural technologies, potentially lowering food production costs.
Invests in biofuel infrastructure to increase the availability of ethanol and biodiesel blends, potentially reducing prices at the pump.
Facilitates loans and grants for small and medium-sized meat and poultry processors, aiming to boost local production and product availability.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-06-16
For 221
Against 204
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7606
Sponsor: Rep. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7]
Process start date: 2022-04-27
Voting date: 2022-06-16
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 277
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7606.

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 2022-04-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a special office to combat unfair practices in the meat and poultry industry, aiming to increase competition and protect producers.
  • Provides financial assistance to farmers for fertilizer and modern agricultural technologies, potentially lowering food production costs.
  • Invests in biofuel infrastructure to increase the availability of ethanol and biodiesel blends, potentially reducing prices at the pump.
  • Facilitates loans and grants for small and medium-sized meat and poultry processors, aiming to boost local production and product availability.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 204 (Roll no. 277).

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.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Economy Public Investments