Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

Bill Number: H.R. 7567
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 2
Policy Area: Agriculture and Food
Status: Passed House
Latest Action: 2026-05-19: Received in the Senate.
Last Updated: 2026-07-03T08:09:20Z

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Purpose of the Legislation

The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 reauthorizes and reforms major U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) programs for agriculture, conservation, nutrition, rural development, trade, research, forestry, energy, and related areas through fiscal year 2031. It updates the farm safety net, expands conservation and nutrition assistance, strengthens rural infrastructure, and promotes domestic food production and security.

Key Provisions Outlined

Commodities (Title I): Extends marketing assistance loans, dairy programs, and disaster assistance. Creates a new specialty crop emergency assistance framework and allows block grants for certain losses. Updates tree assistance and dairy reporting.
Conservation (Title II): Reauthorizes and modifies the Conservation Reserve Program, Environmental Quality Incentives Program, and Agricultural Conservation Easement Program. Introduces new forest conservation easement and regional partnership programs. Increases funding for soil health, precision agriculture, and wildlife habitat.
Trade (Title III): Updates Food for Peace and agricultural export programs. Establishes an Agricultural Trade Enforcement Task Force and strengthens food aid quality standards.
Nutrition (Title IV): Reauthorizes the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) with new retailer rules and staffing flexibility. Expands commodity distribution and local food programs. Adds incentives for animal protein and fresh produce.
Credit (Title V): Updates farm ownership and operating loans, including higher limits and support for beginning farmers. Expands credit for aquaculture and rural facilities.
Rural Development (Title VI): Funds broadband expansion, water systems, and business development. Creates new grants for childcare, meat processing, and innovation centers.
Research and Extension (Title VII): Reauthorizes land-grant university programs, organic research, and international agriculture efforts. Establishes new centers and grants for specialty crops and veteran farmers.
Forestry (Title VIII): Expands forest restoration, wildfire mitigation, and white oak resilience programs. Creates new grant and strike team initiatives for giant sequoias.
Energy (Title IX): Updates renewable energy programs, including rural energy grants and biomass support. Adds provisions for sustainable aviation fuels and second-use batteries.
Horticulture and Marketing (Title X): Reauthorizes specialty crop block grants and organic programs. Modernizes inspection and labeling rules.
Crop Insurance (Title XI): Adjusts reinsurance rates, expands coverage for beginning and veteran farmers, and adds new pilot programs for quality loss and revenue policies.
Miscellaneous (Title XII): Includes animal health improvements, foreign investment reporting, and drought monitoring enhancements.

Significant Changes to Existing Law Introduced

Extends most programs from 2023 to 2031 with updated funding levels and new priorities such as precision agriculture, soil health, and wildfire resilience.
Introduces new authorities for block grants in commodities, forest easements, and urban agriculture.
Modifies SNAP retailer rules, adds animal protein eligibility, and creates staffing flexibility for states.
Raises loan limits for farm ownership and operating credit and expands aquaculture support.
Strengthens conservation compliance and adds new programs for white oak restoration and giant sequoia protection.
Updates crop insurance to include more revenue coverage options and adjusts reimbursement rates.

Potential Impacts on Government Agencies, Citizens, or International Relations

Government agencies: Increases responsibilities for USDA agencies in conservation delivery, research coordination, and program oversight. May require additional staffing for new initiatives.
Citizens: Expands nutrition access, rural broadband, and disaster assistance. May improve food security and rural economic opportunities while affecting farm income stability.
International relations: Strengthens food aid programs and trade enforcement. Includes provisions on foreign agricultural land purchases and export competitiveness.

Main Stakeholders Affected

Agricultural producers (farmers, ranchers, specialty crop growers, dairy operators).
Rural communities and small businesses.
Nutrition program participants and retailers.
Conservation organizations and state agencies.
Research institutions and land-grant universities.
Forestry and energy sector participants.
International trading partners and food aid recipients.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

The bill operates primarily under Congress’s spending and commerce powers. It maintains the structure of existing farm programs while adding targeted reforms. Provisions on foreign investment disclosure and state sponsor restrictions address national security concerns. The legislation balances producer supports with conservation and nutrition goals, reflecting ongoing debates over agricultural policy priorities.

This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.

Sponsor

Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]

Recent Actions

2026-05-19: Received in the Senate.
2026-04-30: The Clerk was authorized to correct section numbers, punctuation, and cross references, and to make other necessary technical and conforming corrections in the engrossment of H.R. 7567.
2026-04-30: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2026-04-30: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 200 (Roll no. 154). (Roll call 154)
2026-04-30: Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 200 (Roll no. 154). (Roll call 154)
2026-04-30: On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 211 - 214 (Roll no. 153). (Roll call 153)
2026-04-30: The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
2026-04-30: Ms. Craig moved to recommit to the Committee on Agriculture. (text: CR H3310)
2026-04-30: The House adopted the amendments en gros as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union.
2026-04-30: The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
2026-04-30: The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 7567.
2026-04-30: DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1224, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Steube amendment No. 51.
2026-04-30: DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1224, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Steube amendment No. 50.
2026-04-30: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Spartz amendment No. 49, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Craig demanded a recorded vote, and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
2026-04-30: DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1224, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Spartz amendment No. 49.

Bill Versions

Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 — issued 2026-04-30 — PDF (976 pages)
Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 — issued 2026-02-13 — PDF (802 pages)
Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 — issued 2026-04-21 — PDF (850 pages)

Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

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