In CommitteeFiled Jan 28, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT] (D)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Jan 28, 2026
Summary
The bill amends the 2002 Farm Security and Rural Investment Act to replace the current cost‑share program with a broader “Opportunities in Organic” program. It offers up to $1,500 per producer for certification costs and allows higher payments for socially disadvantaged farmers or high‑cost regions, while also providing funding to nonprofit groups for technical assistance and transition support. The aim is to make organic farming more affordable and accessible.
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