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Ensuring fair access to agricultural services for all citizens.

This act aims to ensure that U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) programs and services are equitably available to everyone, especially groups who may have faced barriers in the past. It involves better data collection to understand citizen needs and improved customer service, including staff training and multi-language feedback options. As a result, citizens should experience easier and fairer access to USDA support and benefits.
Key points
Improved data collection on who benefits from agricultural programs and who needs assistance to ensure fair access.
Requirement for performance evaluations of senior USDA officials to include efforts to improve equity in service access.
Implementation of uniform guidelines for collecting feedback from program participants, including in multiple languages and with compensation for time.
Mandatory cultural competency training for USDA employees and better program knowledge to improve citizen service.
Requirement to notify Congress if authority or resources are lacking to improve equity in programs.
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Print number: 118_HR_5033
Sponsor: Rep. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Accountability for Equity at USDA Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5033.

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 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Improved data collection on who benefits from agricultural programs and who needs assistance to ensure fair access.
  • Requirement for performance evaluations of senior USDA officials to include efforts to improve equity in service access.
  • Implementation of uniform guidelines for collecting feedback from program participants, including in multiple languages and with compensation for time.
  • Mandatory cultural competency training for USDA employees and better program knowledge to improve citizen service.
  • Requirement to notify Congress if authority or resources are lacking to improve equity in 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. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

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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