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Protecting Farmer Data: Enhanced Privacy for Farm Service Agency Beneficiaries

This act strengthens privacy protections for farmers and others applying for loans or payments from the Farm Service Agency. It means your personal information provided to the Agency will be better protected from unauthorized disclosure, increasing your information security and trust in public institutions.
Key points
The Farm Service Agency will be prohibited from disclosing your personal information to special government employees or employees detailed to the Agency.
Disclosure will only be allowed in statistical form (without identification) or with your consent, which cannot be a condition for receiving benefits.
Knowingly violating these rules carries penalties of up to a $10,000 fine, up to one year in prison, or both.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5150
Sponsor: Rep. McClain Delaney, April [D-MD-6]
Process start date: 2025-09-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Agricultural Borrower Information Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5150.

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 2025-09-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Farm Service Agency will be prohibited from disclosing your personal information to special government employees or employees detailed to the Agency.
  • Disclosure will only be allowed in statistical form (without identification) or with your consent, which cannot be a condition for receiving benefits.
  • Knowingly violating these rules carries penalties of up to a $10,000 fine, up to one year in prison, or both.
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. McClain Delaney, April [D-MD-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3883)

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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