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Major Investment to Modernize Agricultural Research and Education Facilities

This law allocates billions of dollars to repair and upgrade outdated infrastructure at agricultural research schools and facilities across the US. The goal is to ensure American agriculture remains globally competitive, which is vital for the economy and supporting millions of jobs. A new competitive grant program will fund renovations, equipment purchases, and facility modernization.
Key points
Mandatory funding of $2.5 billion, plus authorization for an additional $5 billion, dedicated to modernizing agricultural research infrastructure over five years (2025-2030).
Establishes a new competitive grant program for agricultural research facilities to cover costs of construction, renovation, and equipment acquisition.
Requires equitable distribution of funds across different regions, institutions, and areas of study, with a cap of 20% of funds per state.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3568
Sponsor: Rep. Schrier, Kim [D-WA-8]
Process start date: 2025-05-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

AG RESEARCH Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3568.

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 2025-05-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory funding of $2.5 billion, plus authorization for an additional $5 billion, dedicated to modernizing agricultural research infrastructure over five years (2025-2030).
  • Establishes a new competitive grant program for agricultural research facilities to cover costs of construction, renovation, and equipment acquisition.
  • Requires equitable distribution of funds across different regions, institutions, and areas of study, with a cap of 20% of funds per state.
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. Schrier, Kim [D-WA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Public Investments Education