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Support for Small Farms: Easier Crop Insurance Access

This act aims to make crop insurance more accessible for small farms by lowering costs and simplifying procedures. It introduces new insurance options and discounts to help farmers protect against losses from natural disasters and encourages them to transition to comprehensive insurance plans.
Key points
Lower crop insurance costs for farmers, including special discounts for beginning, veteran, and limited-resource farmers.
Streamlined loss reporting and documentation processes, including remote damage appraisal and acceptance of tax forms for income proof.
Introduction of a new, simplified single index insurance policy that pays out based on weather data rather than individual losses.
Incentives for farmers to transition to comprehensive whole farm insurance, offering broader coverage and higher payout limits.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2435
Sponsor: Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]
Process start date: 2025-03-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Save Our Small Farms Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2435.

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 2025-03-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Lower crop insurance costs for farmers, including special discounts for beginning, veteran, and limited-resource farmers.
  • Streamlined loss reporting and documentation processes, including remote damage appraisal and acceptance of tax forms for income proof.
  • Introduction of a new, simplified single index insurance policy that pays out based on weather data rather than individual losses.
  • Incentives for farmers to transition to comprehensive whole farm insurance, offering broader coverage and higher payout limits.
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. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5].

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.

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