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Increased Mental Health Funding and Support for Farmers and Ranchers until 2028.

This Act reauthorizes and significantly increases funding for the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN) to $15 million annually through 2028. The goal is to improve access to mental health support for agricultural workers, including mandatory crisis lines. The network is also empowered to establish formal referral relationships with various certified health clinics and hospitals for comprehensive care.
Key points
Annual funding for farmer mental health support increases from $10 million to $15 million until 2028.
The support network must now specifically include immediate crisis lines for those in need.
Grant recipients can establish formal referral links to certified community behavioral health clinics and rural hospitals.
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Print number: 118_S_1736
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2023-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Farmers First Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1736.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Annual funding for farmer mental health support increases from $10 million to $15 million until 2028.
  • The support network must now specifically include immediate crisis lines for those in need.
  • Grant recipients can establish formal referral links to certified community behavioral health clinics and rural hospitals.
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. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI].

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 Health