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S 2256

Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

119th Congress Introduced by John Hoeven

The bill allocates $211.4 billion for USDA and FDA programs, supporting farmers, rural communities, and food safety, while reducing funding by $35 billion from 2025.

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Bill Summary · S 2256

Summary of Bill S 2256: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

Bill Number: S 2256
Introduced: July 10, 2025
Status: Introduced in Senate
Primary Sponsor: Senator John Hoeven
Related Bills: HR 3944, HR 4121, HR 5371 (companion bills)

Purpose and Intent

The Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026, aims to allocate funding for various federal programs under the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The bill seeks to support agricultural research, rural development, food safety, and nutrition programs, among other initiatives.

Key Provisions

  • Total Appropriations: The bill proposes a total of $211,444,697,000 for various programs, which represents a decrease of $35,025,216,000 compared to the 2025 appropriations of $246,469,913,000.

Breakdown by Title

  1. Agricultural Programs: Funding for agricultural research, education, and marketing, including:

    • Office of the Secretary: $51,792,000
    • Office of the Chief Economist: $30,500,000 (includes $10,000,000 for grants or cooperative agreements for policy research)
    • Office of Civil Rights: $37,000,000

  2. Farm Production and Conservation Programs: Support for farm income and conservation efforts, including:

    • Farm Service Agency and Risk Management Agency funding.

  3. Rural Development Programs: Funding for rural housing, economic development, and utilities services.

  4. Domestic Food Programs: Support for food assistance programs through the Food and Nutrition Service.

  5. Foreign Assistance and Related Programs: Funding for international agricultural assistance and trade.

  6. Food and Drug Administration: Appropriations for the FDA to ensure food safety and public health.

  7. General Provisions: Includes compliance and reporting requirements for the allocation of funds.

Impact

The bill will primarily affect:
- Farmers and Agricultural Producers: Through funding for research, conservation, and production support programs.
- Rural Communities: By providing resources for housing, economic development, and utility services.
- Consumers: Through the FDA's role in ensuring food safety and nutrition assistance programs.
- Indigenous Communities: Specific allocations for initiatives aimed at improving public health services and food sovereignty.

Procedural Aspects

  • The bill was reported favorably by the Committee on Appropriations on the same day it was introduced.
  • It is currently placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders (Calendar No. 112).

This legislation represents a significant investment in the agricultural sector and rural development, aiming to address the needs of various stakeholders while ensuring food safety and public health.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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