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Conservation Reserve Program Improvements: More Support for Farmers and Wildlife

This act amends the program that supports farmers in environmental conservation. It makes it easier to participate, increases financial support for grazing infrastructure, and raises payment limits, which can help farmers better manage land and protect wildlife.
Key points
Easier enrollment of land into the wildlife enhancement program.
Increased financial support for building grazing infrastructure, such as fences and water systems.
Raising the maximum annual payment limit for program participants from $50,000 to $125,000.
Eligibility for re-enrollment of land with existing grazing infrastructure into the program.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3892
Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]
Process start date: 2022-03-22