HR. 8424In Committee
Promoting Access to Local Agriculture Act of 2026
Directs USDA to streamline how farmers and ranchers participate in federal nutrition programs and process local food benefits with suitable technology
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Directs USDA to streamline how farmers and ranchers participate in federal nutrition programs and process local food benefits with suitable technology
Key points
- Establish single vendor application
- Require standardized benefit technology
- Direct USDA application process
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2026-04-21 — Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedAgriculture and Food