Billions for Modernizing Agricultural Research Facilities and Competitiveness.
This act allocates funds to urgently modernize dilapidated buildings and equipment at agricultural research facilities across the United States. The goal is to ensure that American agriculture remains globally competitive and that agricultural research is conducted under modern conditions. This investment is crucial for the economy and supporting the over 22 million jobs dependent on the agricultural sector.
Key points
Establishes a competitive grant program with $5 billion in total mandatory funding (spread over 5 years) for renovating agricultural schools and purchasing equipment.
Allocates an additional $1 billion total (over 5 years) in mandatory funding for direct repairs of the most critical facilities belonging to the Agricultural Research Service (ARS).
Funds must be distributed equitably across different regions and institutions to ensure widespread access to modernization efforts.
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