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To amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to increase funding for the conservation stewardship program, and for other purposes.

3/12/2025, 8:07 AM

Summary of Bill HR 622

Bill 119 HR 622, also known as the Conservation Stewardship Program Enhancement Act, aims to amend the Food Security Act of 1985 in order to provide increased funding for the conservation stewardship program. This program, which was established to encourage farmers and ranchers to adopt conservation practices on their land, has been successful in promoting sustainable agriculture and protecting natural resources.

The bill proposes to allocate additional resources to the conservation stewardship program, allowing more farmers and ranchers to participate and receive financial assistance for implementing conservation practices. These practices may include soil health improvements, water conservation measures, and wildlife habitat enhancements.

In addition to increasing funding for the program, the bill also includes provisions for improving program transparency and accountability. This includes requiring the Secretary of Agriculture to provide regular reports on the program's implementation and outcomes, as well as conducting periodic evaluations to ensure that the program is effectively meeting its goals. Overall, the Conservation Stewardship Program Enhancement Act seeks to support and incentivize conservation efforts among farmers and ranchers, ultimately leading to improved environmental sustainability and resource management in the agricultural sector.

Congressional Summary of HR 622

This bill increases funding for the Conservation Stewardship Program. As background, this Department of Agriculture program provides financial and technical assistance to agricultural producers to maintain and improve existing conservation systems and to adopt additional conservation activities in a comprehensive manner on a producer's entire operation.

Current Status of Bill HR 622

Bill HR 622 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 22, 2025. Bill HR 622 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 22, 2025.  Bill HR 622's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology. as of February 28, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 622

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 622

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 622

To amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to increase funding for the conservation stewardship program, and for other purposes.
To amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to increase funding for the conservation stewardship program, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 622

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