To provide for a study on food animal microbiomes, and for other purposes.

HR 4698 directs the U.S. Department of Agriculture to fund a study on food animal microbiomes (the microbes in animals like cattle, poultry, and aquaculture species) to identify research gaps and assess how better understanding these microbiomes could improve animal health, food safety, and farming. The study, conducted by the National Academies, will evaluate current federal research, industry needs, and potential benefits, with a report due to Congress within 18 months. It does not enact new policies or directly affect specific groups but authorizes $1 million to support this research assessment. This is a procedural study bill focused on gathering data for future research planning.