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Reducing Farm Costs and Boosting Domestic Food Production

This act aims to lower costs for farmers and remove barriers to domestic food production. It modifies agricultural support programs, eases access to loans for modern technologies and nutrient management, and changes rules regarding pesticides and environmental regulations. The goal is to enhance efficiency and ensure stable food supplies.
Key points
Increased financial support for farmers to acquire modern equipment and technology for precision agriculture and nutrient management.
Easier access to loans and grant programs for farmers, including those who are beginning or socially disadvantaged.
Changes to pesticide regulations, including extending the period of use after registration cancellation and prohibiting cancer warnings for glyphosate.
Streamlining environmental regulations, including reinstating a previous definition of U.S. waters and nullifying recent NEPA rule changes.
Support for domestic fertilizer production by evaluating phosphates and potash as critical minerals.
Facilitating the approval process for road construction projects using phosphogypsum.
Requiring economic analysis before implementing new meat and poultry processing regulations to assess their impact on producers and consumers.
Improving efficiency in meat and poultry processing facilities, allowing them to operate at higher capacities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8069
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]
Process start date: 2022-06-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reducing Farm Input Costs and Barriers to Domestic Production Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8069.

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 2022-06-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased financial support for farmers to acquire modern equipment and technology for precision agriculture and nutrient management.
  • Easier access to loans and grant programs for farmers, including those who are beginning or socially disadvantaged.
  • Changes to pesticide regulations, including extending the period of use after registration cancellation and prohibiting cancer warnings for glyphosate.
  • Streamlining environmental regulations, including reinstating a previous definition of U.S. waters and nullifying recent NEPA rule changes.
  • Support for domestic fertilizer production by evaluating phosphates and potash as critical minerals.
  • Facilitating the approval process for road construction projects using phosphogypsum.
  • Requiring economic analysis before implementing new meat and poultry processing regulations to assess their impact on producers and consumers.
  • Improving efficiency in meat and poultry processing facilities, allowing them to operate at higher capacities.
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. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Environment Economy