arrow_back Back to App

Foreign Food Aid Reform: Mandating US Agricultural Products and Shipping.

This Act renames the program to the Peter O’Brien Food for Peace Program and reforms foreign aid rules. It prohibits the use of cash transfers, food vouchers, or food procured outside the US under this title. It mandates that at least 50% of program funds be used for the procurement of agricultural commodities and ocean transportation. It also shifts certain decision-making authorities from the Administrator to the Secretary.
Key points
At least 50% of program funds must be used for the procurement and ocean transportation of agricultural commodities.
The use of cash transfers, food vouchers, or non-US procured food for aid under this title is prohibited.
The program is renamed the Peter O’Brien Food for Peace Program, and decision-making authority is shifted to the Secretary.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4293
Sponsor: Rep. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-1]
Process start date: 2023-06-22
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-3-pro-preview
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

American Farmers Feed the World Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4293.

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 2023-06-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • At least 50% of program funds must be used for the procurement and ocean transportation of agricultural commodities.
  • The use of cash transfers, food vouchers, or non-US procured food for aid under this title is prohibited.
  • The program is renamed the Peter O’Brien Food for Peace Program, and decision-making authority is shifted to the Secretary.
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. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Economy