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Organic Farming Support: New Programs and Funding

This act expands support for farmers transitioning to or already engaged in organic production. It includes reimbursement for certification costs, financial aid for small and disadvantaged farms, and technical assistance for infrastructure development. The goal is to facilitate access to organic farming and increase its market availability.
Key points
Increased organic certification cost-share to $1,500, with potential for higher amounts in high-cost regions or for disadvantaged groups.
Introduction of funds to support organic transition and farm resilience, including assistance with planning, soil management, and pest control.
Funding for non-profit organizations to help farmers with certification, land access, and infrastructure development.
Expansion of regional resources and technical assistance for organic management, through universities and government agencies.
Increased program funding to $50 million for 2024-2025, $80 million for 2026, and $100 million for 2027-2028.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3650
Sponsor: Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]
Process start date: 2023-05-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Opportunities in Organic Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3650.

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 2023-05-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased organic certification cost-share to $1,500, with potential for higher amounts in high-cost regions or for disadvantaged groups.
  • Introduction of funds to support organic transition and farm resilience, including assistance with planning, soil management, and pest control.
  • Funding for non-profit organizations to help farmers with certification, land access, and infrastructure development.
  • Expansion of regional resources and technical assistance for organic management, through universities and government agencies.
  • Increased program funding to $50 million for 2024-2025, $80 million for 2026, and $100 million for 2027-2028.
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. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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.

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