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RepublicanBill · H.R. 9781· House(119-HR-9781)

Defend American Agriculture Act

Rep. Higgins
Age: 65 years
Louisiana
Introduced
7/20/2026
Last activity
7/20/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Sponsored by
Clay Higgins
Cosponsors
None
Agriculture and Food
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill is known as the "Defend American Agriculture Act." It proposes changes to the Commodity Credit Corporation Charter Act regarding funding and assistance. Specifically, it seeks to increase the aggregate funding limit for a specific period. The proposed change sets a higher limit through September 30, 2031. After that date, the original limit would remain in place.

Yes

  • Would business owners be better off under this?+5

    The bill provides increased funding and assistance through the Commodity Credit Corporation which benefits agricultural business owners.

  • Would farmers be better off under this?+5

    The bill raises the aggregate funding limit for the Commodity Credit Corporation to $45 billion through September 30, 2031, providing more assistance to farmers.

  • Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+3

    The increased funding for the Commodity Credit Corporation supports agricultural stability in rural areas.

The opposite

  • Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?-2

    The bill increases the aggregate funding limit for the Commodity Credit Corporation by $15 billion, which increases federal spending obligations.