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Expanding Federal Loans for Freight Rail Infrastructure Supporting Farms.

This law expands existing federal loan and grant programs to include funding for freight rail infrastructure specifically designed to support the transport of agricultural goods and inputs. This change allows public funds to be used for building or upgrading rail lines that help farmers access markets and potentially reduce transportation costs. The goal is to improve the efficiency and resilience of the food supply chain.
Key points
New Funding Eligibility: Federal community facility loans and grants can now finance freight rail infrastructure serving agricultural entities.
Benefit to Farmers: Easier and potentially cheaper transport of supplies (like fertilizer) and finished products, improving market access.
Oversight Shift: The Department of Agriculture will oversee the application of federal rail safety and planning requirements for these specific projects.
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Print number: 118_HR_8472
Sponsor: Rep. Courtney, Joe [D-CT-2]
Process start date: 2024-05-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Freight for Farms Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8472.

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 2024-05-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Funding Eligibility: Federal community facility loans and grants can now finance freight rail infrastructure serving agricultural entities.
  • Benefit to Farmers: Easier and potentially cheaper transport of supplies (like fertilizer) and finished products, improving market access.
  • Oversight Shift: The Department of Agriculture will oversee the application of federal rail safety and planning requirements for these specific projects.
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. Courtney, Joe [D-CT-2].

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 Transport Public Investments