USDA Conservation Programs: New Rules... - HR 773 | Govbase
Congress·In Committee·H.R. 773
To amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to repeal certain provisions relating to the acceptance and use of contributions for public-private partnerships, and for other purposes.
USDA Conservation Programs: New Rules for Private Funding
This bill, introduced by Ms. Hageman, changes the rules for how the Department of Agriculture (USDA) accepts money from private groups or individuals to support conservation efforts.
It allows the USDA to set up special accounts for any of its conservation programs to receive outside funding, rather than just for specific public-private partnerships as the law currently requires.
The proposal removes several detailed regulations and requirements that previously governed how these partnerships worked, aiming to make the process simpler and more flexible.
This change is intended to make it easier for the government to work with outside organizations to protect natural resources like soil and water on American farms and ranches.
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Milestones
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Feb 28, 2025House
Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Jan 28, 2025House
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Jan 28, 2025
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
To amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to repeal certain provisions relating to the acceptance and use of contributions for public-private partnerships, and for other purposes.
Bill NumberHR 773
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.
