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Supporting Domestic Fertilizer Production and Reducing Import Dependency

This bill aims to boost fertilizer production within the United States, ensuring farmers have easier access to necessary products at affordable prices. This will stabilize domestic food production, and farmers can expect financial and technical support for innovative fertilizer solutions. Ultimately, this should help lower food production costs and ensure its availability.
Key points
Financial support for US-based fertilizer companies, including grants and loans.
Increasing the availability of innovative fertilizers and alternatives, including biological products.
Promoting sustainable fertilizer production that reduces environmental impact and uses renewable energy sources.
Facilitating farmers' access to fertilizers through streamlined support processes.
Reducing reliance on foreign fertilizer supplies, enhancing national food security.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7763
Sponsor: Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17]
Process start date: 2022-05-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to support and incentivize domestic activities to address fertilizer shortages and deficiencies, diversify fertilizer sources, and reduce dependency on foreign sources for fertilizer, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7763.

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 2022-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial support for US-based fertilizer companies, including grants and loans.
  • Increasing the availability of innovative fertilizers and alternatives, including biological products.
  • Promoting sustainable fertilizer production that reduces environmental impact and uses renewable energy sources.
  • Facilitating farmers' access to fertilizers through streamlined support processes.
  • Reducing reliance on foreign fertilizer supplies, enhancing national food security.
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. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research.

Is this summary verified?

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

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Agriculture Economy Public Investments