Increased TSP Access Act of 2025

Improved Assistance Delivery: The bill changes the language of technical assistance to ensure it is "timely, science-based, and site-specific" (Section 2, subsection (b)).

Increased Provider Capacity: The Secretary is tasked with establishing a process to increase third-party provider capacity, which includes qualifying agricultural retailers, cooperatives, and professional societies (Section 2, subsection (e)(6)(A)).

Faster Certification for Experts: The Secretary must provide a streamlined certification process for third-party providers who already hold appropriate specialty certifications, such as professional engineers or certified crop advisors (Section 2, subsection (e)(7)).

Fair Compensation for Providers: The Secretary is required to establish "fair and reasonable amounts of payments" for technical services provided by third-party providers, considering factors like specialized equipment, training, and travel (Section 2, subsection (e)(5)(A) and (B)).

Improved Transparency: The Secretary must provide accessible public information regarding funds obligated to third-party providers and certification results (Section 2, subsection (e)(6)).

Burden of Certification Requirements: Non-Federal certifying entities are required to assess the ability of third-party providers, provide training to ensure they are qualified, and submit timely notices of certifications or withdrawals to the Secretary (Section 2, subsection (e)(6)(D)).

Administrative Requirements for the Secretary: The Secretary is required to conduct various reviews, including reviewing certification requirements, conducting outreach to assess barriers, and setting target utilization rates (Section 2, subsection (e)(3)).