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Support for Farmers and Forest Owners After Natural Disasters

New rules make it easier for farmers and forest owners to access funds for disaster recovery, such as after fires or floods. They will be able to receive a portion of the funds upfront, speeding up the restoration of damaged land and infrastructure. The act also covers damages caused by non-natural wildfires, including those started by the federal government.
Key points
Farmers can receive up to 75% of payments upfront for repairing fences and other farmland damage.
Private forest owners can receive up to 75% of emergency measure costs upfront.
Assistance programs now include damages from non-natural wildfires, including those caused by the federal government.
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VOTING RESULTS
2026-04-14
For 395
Against 10
Abstain 0
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Previous:
Introduced
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Status:
Passed House
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1011
Sponsor: Rep. Letlow, Julia [R-LA-5]
Process start date: 2025-02-05
Voting date: 2026-04-14
Voting no: 109
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1011.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Farmers can receive up to 75% of payments upfront for repairing fences and other farmland damage.
  • Private forest owners can receive up to 75% of emergency measure costs upfront.
  • Assistance programs now include damages from non-natural wildfires, including those caused by the federal government.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Letlow, Julia [R-LA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 395 - 10 (Roll no. 109). (text: CR H2844)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Environment