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Increased funding for research to combat crop-destroying Spotted Lanternfly pest

This law directs federal funds toward intensive research aimed at controlling the invasive Spotted Lanternfly pest, which damages crops, vineyards, and fruit trees. This ensures that farmers and garden owners will receive new, effective tools to protect their yields and local ecosystems. The authorization for this critical research funding has been extended until 2028.
Key points
Spotted Lanternfly control is designated as a high-priority goal for federal agricultural research programs.
Funding will be allocated to develop and disseminate new research-based tools and treatments to combat the pest.
Authorization for high-priority agricultural research programs is extended from 2023 to 2028.
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Print number: 118_S_1837
Sponsor: Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA]
Process start date: 2023-06-07