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Financial Aid for Small Farms: Covering Food Safety Audit Costs.

This law establishes a program to fully reimburse small and beginning farmers for the costs of mandatory Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) audits. The goal is to remove financial barriers, allowing these producers easier access to sell their goods to major retail food stores. This change could increase the availability of certified, locally sourced produce for consumers.
Key points
Small farms (with AGI under $350,000) and new farmers will receive 100% reimbursement for required food safety audits (GAP audits).
The program aims to boost market access for small producers, enabling them to sell to large retail chains that demand these certifications.
The financial support program is temporary and scheduled to end five years after the law is enacted.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6369
Sponsor: Rep. Vindman, Eugene Simon [D-VA-7]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Cutting COSTS Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6369.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Small farms (with AGI under $350,000) and new farmers will receive 100% reimbursement for required food safety audits (GAP audits).
  • The program aims to boost market access for small producers, enabling them to sell to large retail chains that demand these certifications.
  • The financial support program is temporary and scheduled to end five years after the law is enacted.
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. Vindman, Eugene Simon [D-VA-7].

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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Agriculture Economy