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Increased funding for agricultural research: growth for federal agencies

The Act appropriates funds to four federal agencies involved in agricultural research and statistics, including the Agricultural Research Service. For fiscal years 2024 through 2033, funding will be 105% of the previous year's amount plus an inflation adjustment (CPI). From 2034 onwards, funding will be adjusted solely for inflation. These funds are exempt from sequestration and are not counted on PAYGO scorecards.
Key points
Funding Increase: Budgets for four agencies (ARS, ERS, NASS, NIFA) for years 2024–2033 will be 105% of the previous year's amount plus an inflation adjustment.
Long-Term Rules: Starting in fiscal year 2034, funding will equal the previous year's amount increased by the inflation rate.
Protection from Cuts: The new funding is exempt from automatic budget cuts (sequestration) under the 1985 Act.
PAYGO Exemption: The budgetary effects of the Act will not be entered on PAYGO scorecards, excluding them from certain budget balancing rules.
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Print number: 118_HR_5268
Sponsor: Rep. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13]
Process start date: 2023-08-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

America Grows Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5268.

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 2023-08-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding Increase: Budgets for four agencies (ARS, ERS, NASS, NIFA) for years 2024–2033 will be 105% of the previous year's amount plus an inflation adjustment.
  • Long-Term Rules: Starting in fiscal year 2034, funding will equal the previous year's amount increased by the inflation rate.
  • Protection from Cuts: The new funding is exempt from automatic budget cuts (sequestration) under the 1985 Act.
  • PAYGO Exemption: The budgetary effects of the Act will not be entered on PAYGO scorecards, excluding them from certain budget balancing rules.
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. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13].

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.

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