The House Just Passed Its Version of the Farm Bill, Which Is Years Overdue
The US House of Representatives passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, a package of bills that provides a safety net for the rural economy and funds conservation practices. The bill now moves to the Senate, where significant changes are likely to be made before it goes to a vote.
The US House of Representatives passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, a package of bills that provides a safety net for the rural economy, approves public nutrition programs, and funds conservation practices. The bill now moves to the Senate Agriculture Committee, where Chairman Sen. John Boozman (R-Ark) has indicated significant changes are likely to be added. If the bill isn't signed into law by September 30, the current five-year bill would have to be extended again. The House struggled with contentious elements, including provisions related to ethanol-blended fuels and liability protection for pesticide manufacturers, which were ultimately removed. The bill's passage is seen as a significant step, but there is urgency to get it done in the next few weeks due to the upcoming election year recesses. The bill directs funding and federal agriculture policy through 2031 if passed.
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