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USDA Rural Development Office for Guam and Western Pacific Designated

This act aims to formally designate the USDA office in Guam as the primary representative for the agency in the Pacific regions. This means residents of Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and other islands will have easier access to agricultural and rural development support programs, similar to citizens in U.S. states. This could bring benefits in terms of new funding opportunities and local community development.
Key points
The USDA office in Guam will be officially designated to represent the agency in the Western Pacific.
Residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Marshall Islands, Palau, and Micronesia will gain access to USDA programs on par with U.S. states.
The act aims to facilitate access to agricultural and rural development support in these regions.
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Print number: 118_HR_5445
Sponsor: Del. Moylan, James C. [R-GU-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-09-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Designating the Guam and Western Pacific USDA Rural Development Office Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5445.

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 2023-09-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The USDA office in Guam will be officially designated to represent the agency in the Western Pacific.
  • Residents of Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Marshall Islands, Palau, and Micronesia will gain access to USDA programs on par with U.S. states.
  • The act aims to facilitate access to agricultural and rural development support in these regions.
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 Del. Moylan, James C. [R-GU-At Large].

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.

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Agriculture Public Investments Local Government