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Improved Disaster Aid for Livestock Producers and Farmers on Public Lands

This law expands disaster assistance programs, particularly for drought, to include farmers and ranchers operating on federal or leased state lands. It allows emergency funds to cover permanent improvements like water wells and pipelines, speeding up recovery efforts. The act also enhances support for beekeepers and reduces the minimum drought duration required for livestock forage assistance.
Key points
Farmers and ranchers operating on federal or state-leased lands are now eligible for emergency disaster assistance.
Emergency programs will cover the cost of new permanent water infrastructure (wells, pipelines) to mitigate drought effects.
The minimum drought duration required for livestock forage assistance is reduced from 8 to 4 consecutive weeks, increasing payment amounts.
Administrative procedures are streamlined during drought emergencies, including waiving public comment periods for critical relief measures.
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Print number: 118_S_555
Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]
Process start date: 2023-02-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Livestock Disaster Assistance Improvement Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_555.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Farmers and ranchers operating on federal or state-leased lands are now eligible for emergency disaster assistance.
  • Emergency programs will cover the cost of new permanent water infrastructure (wells, pipelines) to mitigate drought effects.
  • The minimum drought duration required for livestock forage assistance is reduced from 8 to 4 consecutive weeks, increasing payment amounts.
  • Administrative procedures are streamlined during drought emergencies, including waiving public comment periods for critical relief measures.
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. Thune, John [R-SD].

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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