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Support for Black and Disadvantaged Farmers: Grants, Tax Credits, and Civil Rights Accountability

This Act aims to boost market access for socially disadvantaged farmers, including Black farmers, through a grant program for establishing and expanding food hubs. It introduces a new tax credit for businesses purchasing products from these hubs and strengthens accountability for civil rights violations by USDA officials, making it easier for affected farmers to seek relief. Citizens may benefit from increased diversity and stability in local food supply chains.
Key points
Food Hub Grants: $100 million authorized for Fiscal Year 2026 for competitive grants to establish or expand food hubs designed to increase market access for socially disadvantaged farmers. No matching funds are required.
New Tax Credit: Introduction of the Agriculture Hub Credit, providing a 25% tax credit for businesses that purchase agricultural products from the food hubs supported by this Act.
Prioritized USDA Purchases: The USDA must prioritize purchasing agricultural food products from socially disadvantaged farmers and their food hubs for use in domestic food assistance programs.
Enhanced Civil Rights Accountability: Establishes an Office of the Civil Rights Ombudsperson within the USDA and shifts the burden of proof in National Appeals Division hearings, requiring the agency to prove its adverse decision was valid.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4529
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, David [D-GA-13]
Process start date: 2025-07-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Black Farmers and Socially Disadvantaged Farmers Increased Market Share Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4529.

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 2025-07-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Food Hub Grants: $100 million authorized for Fiscal Year 2026 for competitive grants to establish or expand food hubs designed to increase market access for socially disadvantaged farmers. No matching funds are required.
  • New Tax Credit: Introduction of the Agriculture Hub Credit, providing a 25% tax credit for businesses that purchase agricultural products from the food hubs supported by this Act.
  • Prioritized USDA Purchases: The USDA must prioritize purchasing agricultural food products from socially disadvantaged farmers and their food hubs for use in domestic food assistance programs.
  • Enhanced Civil Rights Accountability: Establishes an Office of the Civil Rights Ombudsperson within the USDA and shifts the burden of proof in National Appeals Division hearings, requiring the agency to prove its adverse decision was valid.
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. Scott, David [D-GA-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

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

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