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Farmer Support: Water Conservation and Healthier Soil

This act aims to support farmers in implementing water-saving and soil-improving practices. Farmers can receive increased payments for adopting drought-resilient and water-saving methods, as well as for perennial production systems. These changes are intended to help better manage natural resources and increase farm resilience to climate change.
Key points
Increased Payments: Farmers can receive up to 85% of costs for implementing water-saving and drought-resilient technologies.
Perennial Crop Support: New payments for perennial production systems, such as agroforestry, which can increase income stability and improve ecosystems.
Soil Health: Programs will promote soil testing and activities to improve soil health and carbon sequestration.
Payment Limit: The maximum support amount for one entity is $200,000 over 5 years, excluding Indian tribes.
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Print number: 118_HR_5764
Sponsor: Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
Process start date: 2023-09-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Support Water-Efficient Strategies and Technologies Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5764.

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 2023-09-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Payments: Farmers can receive up to 85% of costs for implementing water-saving and drought-resilient technologies.
  • Perennial Crop Support: New payments for perennial production systems, such as agroforestry, which can increase income stability and improve ecosystems.
  • Soil Health: Programs will promote soil testing and activities to improve soil health and carbon sequestration.
  • Payment Limit: The maximum support amount for one entity is $200,000 over 5 years, excluding Indian tribes.
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. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.

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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