Appropriations: department of agriculture and rural development; appropriations for fiscal year 2026-2027; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
REASSIGNED TO COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
Summary
The bill provides $157 million in state and federal funds to the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development for the 2026‑27 fiscal year, directing money to staff positions, grant programs, and special initiatives such as farmland preservation and emerging‑contaminant research. It also creates detailed reporting, fee‑setting, and equity requirements for the department and its grant recipients. The measure is intended to strengthen Michigan’s agricultural sector, protect natural resources, and increase transparency and fairness in how the funds are used.
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