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Specialty Crop Domestic Market: Promotion and Development Program

This act aims to support farmers growing specialty crops like fruits, vegetables, and nuts through a grant program. Agricultural organizations will be able to promote domestically produced specialty crops, potentially leading to greater availability and variety of these products in stores, while also supporting local economies and agricultural jobs.
Key points
Grant program for organizations promoting domestically produced specialty crops, potentially increasing their market availability.
Requirement for matching funds from organizations applying for grants, ensuring shared responsibility for achieving goals.
Prohibition on using funds to promote foreign products or support large corporations, with exceptions for cooperatives and agricultural associations.
Annual budget of $75 million authorized to support the development of the domestic specialty crop market.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5059
Sponsor: Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22]
Process start date: 2025-08-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Specialty Crop Domestic Market Promotion and Development Program Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5059.

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 2025-08-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grant program for organizations promoting domestically produced specialty crops, potentially increasing their market availability.
  • Requirement for matching funds from organizations applying for grants, ensuring shared responsibility for achieving goals.
  • Prohibition on using funds to promote foreign products or support large corporations, with exceptions for cooperatives and agricultural associations.
  • Annual budget of $75 million authorized to support the development of the domestic specialty crop market.
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. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22].

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 2025-12-23.

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