A Republican bill with 18 Republican cosponsors · See all 18 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Combating Pasture Mealybug Act. It directs the Secretary of Agriculture to study and report on strategies to combat the invasive pasture mealybug and to enhance the preparedness and response capabilities of the United States. The text highlights that pasture mealybugs are invasive insects that stunt plant development and threaten grazing land and commercial crops like sugarcane. Within 90 days of enactment, the Secretary must conduct a comprehensive study on the current state of United States preparedness. Within 6 months of enactment, the Secretary must submit a report detailing the findings and providing recommendations to Congress.
Yes· 3 of 7
- Scored +5
Would farmers be better off under this?
The bill addresses the threat of invasive pasture mealybugs to livestock and commercial crops, directly benefiting agricultural producers.
- Scored +4
Does this invest in rural communities?
By assessing the threat of the pasture mealybug to livestock and crops, the bill supports rural agricultural communities.
- Scored +4
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The bill requires the Secretary of Agriculture to submit a comprehensive report to Congress and make it publicly available.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Under Section 3(b)(1), the Secretary of Agriculture must analyze the current threat posed by the pasture mealybug, including economic impacts on the livestock industry and commercial crops. This could benefit agricultural producers by providing a clear picture of the threat.
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Under Section 3(b)(2) and Section 3(b)(4), the bill reviews containment and control capabilities and examines emergency response plans. This might benefit individuals by improving the nation's readiness to protect grazing land and crops.
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Under Section 3(c), the Secretary must consult with agricultural producers, industry associations, wildlife management agencies, scientific experts, and State and local agricultural officials. This ensures that the people most affected have a voice in the process.
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Under Section 3(d), the Secretary must make the final report publicly available. This holds our officials accountable and keeps the public informed about what is being done.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not explicitly outline any potential negative impacts, burdens, or consequences for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — By assessing the threat of the pasture mealybug to livestock and crops, the bill supports rural agricultural communities. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill evaluates containment and control techniques to protect grazing land and crops from invasive mealybug infestations.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would farmers be better off under this? — The bill addresses the threat of invasive pasture mealybugs to livestock and commercial crops, directly benefiting agricultural producers.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires the Secretary of Agriculture to submit a comprehensive report to Congress and make it publicly available.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The bill directs a study on the economic impact of pasture mealybug on agricultural producers and commercial crops, potentially aiding small farm businesses.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill mandates the identification of critical research and development needs, including new diagnostic tools and alternative control methods.
- Healthcare
- Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill identifies critical research and development needs for combating the pasture mealybug, supporting scientific inquiry.
- 10/1/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 9/28/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 9/24/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
- 13 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Brian BabinRepublican · Texas
Kat CammackRepublican · Florida
John CarterRepublican · Texas
Michael CloudRepublican · Texas
Jake EllzeyRepublican · Texas
Pat FallonRepublican · Texas
Lance GoodenRepublican · Texas
Brandon GillRepublican · Texas
Ronny JacksonRepublican · Texas
Julia LetlowRepublican · Louisiana
Morgan LuttrellRepublican · Texas
Nathaniel MoranRepublican · Texas
Pete SessionsRepublican · Texas
Keith SelfRepublican · Texas
David ValadaoRepublican · California
Beth Van DuyneRepublican · Texas
Randy WeberRepublican · Texas
Roger WilliamsRepublican · Texas