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Disaster Aid Fund for Farm, Grocery, and Food Workers.

This bill establishes a grant program managed by the Department of Agriculture to provide financial stability to essential food sector workers. Funds will be distributed through unions and organizations representing farmworkers, meat processing workers, and grocery staff to issue stabilization payments during natural or other disasters. This ensures that workers critical to the food supply chain receive financial support when their employment is disrupted by unforeseen events.
Key points
Establishes a $50 million fund for stabilization payments to farmworkers, meat processing workers, and grocery workers.
Payments are intended to protect the income of these workers during natural disasters or other major disruptions.
Funds will be distributed via labor unions and membership organizations representing these specific worker groups.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3469
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Process start date: 2023-12-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a grocery, farm, and food worker stabilization grant program.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3469.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a $50 million fund for stabilization payments to farmworkers, meat processing workers, and grocery workers.
  • Payments are intended to protect the income of these workers during natural disasters or other major disruptions.
  • Funds will be distributed via labor unions and membership organizations representing these specific worker groups.
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. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH].

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 Labor Benefits