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Increased Farm Loans and Easier Debt Refinancing for Farmers

This act raises the maximum amounts for farm ownership and operating loans, making it easier for farmers to access larger financing. It also introduces new rules for calculating inflation for these loans and allows certain guaranteed loans to be refinanced directly by a government agency, which can help farmers in financial distress.
Key points
Increased farm ownership loan limits from $600,000 to $850,000 (or from $1,750,000 to $3,500,000 for guaranteed loans).
Increased operating loan limits from $400,000 to $750,000 (or from $1,750,000 to $3,000,000 for guaranteed loans).
Microloan limit increased from $50,000 to $100,000, improving access to smaller financing amounts.
Allows refinancing of distressed guaranteed loans into direct loans, potentially helping farmers in financial difficulty avoid losing their farms.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1991
Sponsor: Rep. Finstad, Brad [R-MN-1]
Process start date: 2025-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1991.

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 2025-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased farm ownership loan limits from $600,000 to $850,000 (or from $1,750,000 to $3,500,000 for guaranteed loans).
  • Increased operating loan limits from $400,000 to $750,000 (or from $1,750,000 to $3,000,000 for guaranteed loans).
  • Microloan limit increased from $50,000 to $100,000, improving access to smaller financing amounts.
  • Allows refinancing of distressed guaranteed loans into direct loans, potentially helping farmers in financial difficulty avoid losing their farms.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Finstad, Brad [R-MN-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Economy