arrow_back Back to App

Farmer Support: Subsidies for Cover Crops and Healthy Soils

This act introduces a program providing subsidies to farmers who plant cover crops to improve soil quality and protect the environment. Farmers can receive additional funds for crop insurance, reducing their costs and risks. Additionally, a pilot program will support innovative soil health practices.
Key points
Farmers planting qualifying cover crops (e.g., cereals, legumes) can receive additional crop insurance premium subsidies, up to $5 per acre.
The program aims to encourage environmentally beneficial practices, such as improving soil health and reducing erosion.
A pilot program will be established to support farmers using innovative soil health practices, offering them additional crop insurance premium subsidies.
The government will conduct outreach to inform and encourage farmers to participate in these programs.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8527
Sponsor: Rep. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6]
Process start date: 2022-07-27
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Conservation Opportunity and Voluntary Environment Resilience Program Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8527.

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 2022-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Farmers planting qualifying cover crops (e.g., cereals, legumes) can receive additional crop insurance premium subsidies, up to $5 per acre.
  • The program aims to encourage environmentally beneficial practices, such as improving soil health and reducing erosion.
  • A pilot program will be established to support farmers using innovative soil health practices, offering them additional crop insurance premium subsidies.
  • The government will conduct outreach to inform and encourage farmers to participate in these programs.
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. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6].

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 2026-01-02.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Environment