A Democratic bill with 2 Democratic cosponsors · See all 2 cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
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
The New Producer Economic Security Act establishes a new competitive program within the Farm Service Agency. This program provides grants, cooperative agreements, or capital support to eligible entities to carry out covered projects. These projects are designed to help qualified beneficiaries access land, capital, and markets. The program aims to strengthen food systems by supporting farm establishment, long-term viability, and land access. It also seeks to prevent land loss and support the physical and mental health of producers.
Yes· 3 of 16
- Scored +9
Would farmers be better off under this?
The entire act is designed to provide direct financial and technical support to farmers and ranchers.
- Scored +7
Would Native Americans be better off under this?
The bill prioritizes Tribal governments and includes provisions for Tribal citizens and land rights.
- Scored +7
Does this make it easier to run a small business?
The act provides significant resources for establishing and maintaining small-scale farm and ranch businesses.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Access to Land and Capital: The program aims to increase access to land and markets for qualified beneficiaries through direct assistance (Section 2(c)(1)).
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Support for Farm Viability: Projects can support farm establishment and the long-term business and financial viability of qualified beneficiaries (Section 2(c)(2)(A)-(B)).
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Land Access and Retention: The program supports the transition of farmland from existing owners to qualified beneficiaries and provides ways to make land accessible (Section 2(c)(2)(D)-(G)).
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Financial Assistance for Land Acquisition: Funds can be used for payments to acquire real property, subsidize interest rates, and provide down payment assistance for farm mortgages (Section 2(e)(1)(A)-(C)).
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Technical Assistance and Training: Eligible entities may provide specialized consultation, training, and coaching regarding land acquisition, business plans, and financial planning (Section 2(e)(2)(E)).
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Support for Health and Community: The program intends to support the physical and mental health of qualified beneficiaries (Section 2(c)(2)(C)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Strict Eligibility Requirements for Beneficiaries: To be a qualified beneficiary, an individual must meet specific criteria, such as having operated a farm for no more than 10 consecutive years and meeting specific income thresholds (Section 2(a)(6)(A)).
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Exclusion of Certain Entities: The program excludes corporations that are foreign-based or foreign-owned from being considered eligible entities (Section 2(a)(3)(B)).
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Land Use Restrictions: Priority is given to projects that use mechanisms like deed restrictions or conservation easements to restrict the resale value of eligible land (Section 2(d)(2)(C)(iv)).
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Exclusion of Natural Areas: "Eligible land" specifically does not include natural areas (Section 2(a)(4)(B)).
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Repayment Requirement for Noncompliance: Any eligible entity that violates the terms or conditions of the assistance must reimburse the Secretary (Section 2(e)(5)).
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.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would farmers be better off under this? — The entire act is designed to provide direct financial and technical support to farmers and ranchers. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill prioritizes Tribal governments and includes provisions for Tribal citizens and land rights. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The program specifically provides assistance to those with incomes at or below 200 percent of the poverty level. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The program targets the preservation and growth of the agricultural economy in rural areas. Would business owners be better off under this? — It supports the establishment and viability of agricultural businesses. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The emphasis on new producers and those with limited years of operation benefits younger or newer farmers. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — It helps those working toward land ownership and financial stability in the agricultural sector. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The bill mentions support for urban land and urban agricultural landscapes.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The act provides significant resources for establishing and maintaining small-scale farm and ranch businesses. Is this likely to grow the economy? — By strengthening food systems and supporting new producers, the bill aims to bolster agricultural economic stability. Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill supports farm establishment and business viability which can indirectly foster job creation in the agricultural sector.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The program specifically targets agricultural land and producers, which is a key component of rural economy. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill encourages the adoption of conservation practices through its priority selection criteria.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill targets individuals with incomes at or below specific poverty thresholds to increase their economic security.
- Healthcare
- Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The bill explicitly states one of its purposes is to support the physical and mental health of qualified beneficiaries.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill expands the authority of the Secretary of Agriculture to implement a new competitive grant program.
- 6/15/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/24/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/1/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
- Introduced in Senate
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
John ReedDemocrat · Rhode Island
Adam SchiffDemocrat · California