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Support for US Specialty Crops: Domestic Market Development

This act aims to support farmers growing specialty crops like fruits, vegetables, and nuts through a grant program. This program will provide funds to agricultural organizations for promoting and expanding the sale of these products in the domestic market, potentially leading to greater availability of fresh, local produce for consumers and more stable prices.
Key points
Grant program for organizations promoting the sale of US-grown fruits, vegetables, and nuts.
Support aims to increase the availability and demand for local agricultural products.
Organizations applying for grants must submit a marketing plan and provide matching funds.
Funds cannot be used to promote foreign products or large non-agricultural corporations.
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Print number: 118_HR_5061
Sponsor: Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Specialty Crop Domestic Market Promotion and Development Program Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5061.

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:

  • Grant program for organizations promoting the sale of US-grown fruits, vegetables, and nuts.
  • Support aims to increase the availability and demand for local agricultural products.
  • Organizations applying for grants must submit a marketing plan and provide matching funds.
  • Funds cannot be used to promote foreign products or large non-agricultural corporations.
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. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture.

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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Agriculture Economy