Bill · S. 4148· Senate(119-S-4148)
Homegrown Fertilizer Act
- Introduced
- 3/19/2026
- Last activity
- 3/19/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
- Sponsored by
- Amy Klobuchar
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Homegrown Fertilizer Act directs the Secretary of Agriculture to provide grants and loans to increase domestic fertilizer production. These funds are intended to help eligible entities expand the manufacturing, processing, and storage of fertilizer and nutrient alternatives. Eligible entities include various businesses, Indian Tribes, and government bodies located within the United States. The bill establishes priorities for these funds, such as improving production methods and increasing competition. Grants are subject to a $100,000,000 limit and require matching funds.
Yes· 3 of 10
Would farmers be better off under this?+7
The bill aims to reduce the price and volatility of fertilizer products essential for farmers.
Would business owners be better off under this?+6
The bill provides direct financial assistance through grants and loans for business expansion and modernization.
Does this make it easier to run a small business?+6
The bill provides grants and loans to independently owned businesses and prohibits market leaders from receiving funds.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Competition and Lower Prices: The bill prioritizes projects that demonstrate they will improve competition, increase options, and reduce the prices or volatility of fertilizer products or nutrient alternatives for farmers (Section 2(d)(3)).
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Innovation in Production: Priority is given to entities using funds to improve fertilizer production methods and efficient use technologies (Section 2(d)(1)).
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Environmental and Safety Improvements: Funds can be used for installing equipment that reduces emissions or improves air and water quality (Section 2(e)(7)), as well as developing technology to improve worker conditions or safety (Section 2(e)(6)).
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Job Creation and Training: The bill allows for the use of funds for workforce recruitment, training, and apprenticeships to ensure expansion projects are staffed (Section 2(e)(10)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Financial Burden of Matching Funds: Entities receiving a grant must provide non-Federal matching funds equal to the amount of the grant (Section 2(f)(2)).
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Repayment Requirements for Ownership Changes: If a company or facility developed through these funds is sold or changes ownership to a large market competitor within 10 years of project completion, the recipient must repay the grant or loan in full (Section 2(j)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Farmers+7Good For Business Owners+6Good For Native Americans+5Good For Rural Residents+4
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+6Increases Job Creation+5
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+5Improves Rural Development+5
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- 8/4/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/27/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/19/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
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