Empowering Women in Agriculture Act
Support for Women Farmers and Ranchers
The Empowering Women in Agriculture Act is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was recently sent to the House Committee on Agriculture for review. The bill is actively moving forward as it waits for the committee to discuss its contents.
Legislative Progress
This bill was introduced by a member of the minority party and lacks broad bipartisan support. Similar measures are often folded into the much larger Farm Bill rather than passing as standalone laws.
Key Points
- This bill aims to help women who run farms and ranches get more support from the government. It officially adds gender to the list of groups that have faced unfair treatment in the farming industry.
- The plan sets aside at least 10 percent of specific farming outreach money just for women. This money helps with training, technical help, and learning how to manage a successful farm.
- It allows nonprofit groups that have served women for at least 10 years to apply for federal grants. These groups can then use the money to provide direct help to women farmers in their communities.
- The bill also extends funding for these farming programs through the year 2031. This ensures that help for disadvantaged farmers continues for several more years.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
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News
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Empowering Women in Agriculture Act
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