In CommitteeFiled Apr 27, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Figures, Shomari [D-AL-2] (D)
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Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Apr 27, 2026
Summary
The HARVEST Act directs the Secretary of Agriculture to complete a study by September 30, 2026 on ways to increase opportunities for 1890 institutions to provide educational programs and technical assistance about transferring agricultural land and assets, including heirs‑property. It focuses on historically Black colleges and universities designated under the 1890 program and the next‑generation farmers and ranchers who inherit land. The study’s results must be reported to Congress.
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