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HB 1269

Relating to the plant disease and pest prevention grant program.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Mary González

Texas establishes plant disease and pest prevention grant program to help farmers and agricultural entities reduce crop losses through preventive measures and research.

Received from the House
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Bill Summary · HB 1269

Legislative bill overview

HB 1269 establishes or modifies a grant program in Texas designed to support plant disease and pest prevention initiatives. The bill has progressed through final legislative stages and passed the chamber on May 6, 2025. The specific mechanisms, funding levels, and eligible recipients would be detailed in the bill's full text.

Why is this important

Plant diseases and pests cause significant agricultural losses, threatening crop yields, food security, and rural economies. Grant programs can help farmers, researchers, and agricultural organizations implement preventive measures, develop resistant crop varieties, and respond to emerging threats—reducing dependency on reactive pesticide treatments and supporting sustainable farming practices.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding allocation: Disputes over how grant money is distributed between large commercial operations, small farms, and research institutions
  • Program scope and eligibility: Questions about which plants, pests, and diseases qualify for funding, and whether certain agricultural sectors receive preferential treatment
  • Effectiveness and accountability: Concerns about measuring program outcomes and ensuring grant recipients achieve stated disease/pest prevention goals

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

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