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Farmers Get Easier Access to Conservation Experts and Full Cost Coverage.

This bill streamlines how farmers access technical assistance for conservation planning by allowing non-federal entities, like agricultural retailers and cooperatives, to certify expert providers (TSPs). This change aims to significantly increase the availability of qualified experts. Crucially, it ensures that farmers using these certified private services can receive payments covering up to 100% of the technical assistance cost, removing previous cost-sharing requirements.
Key points
Expanded Expert Pool: Non-federal groups and State agencies can now certify Technical Service Providers (TSPs), making expert conservation advice more readily available to farmers.
Full Cost Coverage: Farmers can receive payments covering up to 100% of the cost for technical assistance provided by certified TSPs, eliminating personal cost-sharing obligations.
Faster Certification: The Secretary must establish a streamlined certification process for providers who already hold relevant professional credentials.
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Print number: 118_S_1400
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2023-05-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Increased TSP Access Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1400.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expanded Expert Pool: Non-federal groups and State agencies can now certify Technical Service Providers (TSPs), making expert conservation advice more readily available to farmers.
  • Full Cost Coverage: Farmers can receive payments covering up to 100% of the cost for technical assistance provided by certified TSPs, eliminating personal cost-sharing obligations.
  • Faster Certification: The Secretary must establish a streamlined certification process for providers who already hold relevant professional credentials.
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 Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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Agriculture Environment