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New financial support for fruit and vegetable farmers facing import competition

This bill creates a 5-year pilot program to provide recovery payments to farmers of specific seasonal crops when import-driven price drops occur. It aims to protect domestic producers of perishable goods like blueberries and peppers from market volatility.
Key points
Covers specific crops: asparagus, bell peppers, blueberries, cucumbers, and squash.
Payments are triggered when import competition drives market prices below historical averages.
Eligible farmers must earn at least 75% of their income from agriculture and stay under income limits.
The program is authorized for $200 million in annual funding over a 5-year pilot period.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7762
Sponsor: Rep. Bishop, Sanford D. [D-GA-2]
Process start date: 2026-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Our Produce Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7762.

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 2026-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Covers specific crops: asparagus, bell peppers, blueberries, cucumbers, and squash.
  • Payments are triggered when import competition drives market prices below historical averages.
  • Eligible farmers must earn at least 75% of their income from agriculture and stay under income limits.
  • The program is authorized for $200 million in annual funding over a 5-year pilot period.
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. Bishop, Sanford D. [D-GA-2].

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 2026-03-18.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Economy