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Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act: Boosting Biobased Products and Rural Economy

This act aims to increase the use of biobased products, like paints and textiles, made from agricultural resources. This means more support for farmers and manufacturers, and potentially more eco-friendly products available. The federal government will be required to purchase more of these products, which could boost rural economic development.
Key points
Increased support for farmers by boosting demand for raw materials used in biobased products.
Federal government will be required to purchase more biobased products, potentially creating new jobs.
Clearer rules for labeling biobased products to help consumers identify them easily.
Establishment of a task force to coordinate efforts related to biobased products and their promotion.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5134
Sponsor: Rep. Alford, Mark [R-MO-4]
Process start date: 2023-08-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5134.

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 2023-08-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased support for farmers by boosting demand for raw materials used in biobased products.
  • Federal government will be required to purchase more biobased products, potentially creating new jobs.
  • Clearer rules for labeling biobased products to help consumers identify them easily.
  • Establishment of a task force to coordinate efforts related to biobased products and their promotion.
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. Alford, Mark [R-MO-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development.

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.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Economy Environment