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Joint Research to Boost Food Security and Rural Technology.

This Act mandates the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the National Science Foundation (NSF) to collaborate on research addressing critical agricultural and food challenges. The focus is on leveraging advanced technologies like AI and robotics to enhance food safety, water quality, and support economic growth in rural communities. Citizens benefit from potentially safer food supplies, improved agricultural efficiency, and new educational opportunities in STEM and agricultural technology.
Key points
USDA and NSF joint research targets food safety, pathogen monitoring, soil health, and plant/animal biology relevant to agriculture.
Support for developing digital agriculture tools, AI, automation, and precision agriculture technologies to increase efficiency and resilience.
Funding for STEM education, workforce development, and agricultural literacy programs, including grants for establishing specialized research centers.
Investments in research infrastructure, including equipment and broadband deployment, particularly benefiting rural areas.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8613
Sponsor: Rep. Lucas, Frank D. [R-OK-3]
Process start date: 2024-06-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

NSF and USDA Interagency Research Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8613.

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 2024-06-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • USDA and NSF joint research targets food safety, pathogen monitoring, soil health, and plant/animal biology relevant to agriculture.
  • Support for developing digital agriculture tools, AI, automation, and precision agriculture technologies to increase efficiency and resilience.
  • Funding for STEM education, workforce development, and agricultural literacy programs, including grants for establishing specialized research centers.
  • Investments in research infrastructure, including equipment and broadband deployment, particularly benefiting rural areas.
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. Lucas, Frank D. [R-OK-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.

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.

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