Proposed
Bill · 119th Congress · HR 8472
Support for Ownership and Investment in Land Act of 2026
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Introduced 2026-04-23Topic: agriculture food · economy jobsSummary
Summary by the Congressional Research ServiceSupport for Ownership and Investment in Land Act of 2026 This bill establishes a pilot program for an expedited qualification and approval process for eligible Department of Agriculture (USDA) farm ownership loans. Under a new pilot program, USDA must streamline the application review process for borrowers seeking (1) direct farm ownership loans, or (2) USDA guaranteed farm ownership loans that are serviced by a Preferred Certified Lender. Specifically, USDA must consider streamlining the process for (1) certifying eligibility and reviewing financial information, and (2) making determinations regarding the farming plan and financial situation of an applicant. The pilot program expires on September 30, 2031.
Sponsors
- Don Bacon Republican sponsor
- 0 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-23 | House | Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. | refer |
| 2026-04-23 | Introduced in House | introduce | |
| 2026-04-23 | Introduced in House | introduce |