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Increased Disaster Aid for Farmers with Primary Agricultural Income.

This bill aims to make it easier for farmers to access disaster assistance programs. If at least 75% of their income comes from agricultural activities, they will not be subject to existing payment limits. This means farmers who primarily rely on agriculture may receive more financial support in difficult situations.
Key points
Farmers whose income is at least 75% derived from agriculture may receive more financial aid from disaster assistance programs.
The bill removes existing payment limitations for qualifying farmers, potentially increasing their ability to recover from losses.
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Print number: 118_HR_4127
Sponsor: Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]
Process start date: 2023-06-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fair Access to Agriculture Disaster Programs Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4127.

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 2023-06-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Farmers whose income is at least 75% derived from agriculture may receive more financial aid from disaster assistance programs.
  • The bill removes existing payment limitations for qualifying farmers, potentially increasing their ability to recover from losses.
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 General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.

Is this summary verified?

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

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