Ensuring Accountability for Equity at USDA Act

This bill requires the USDA to improve data collection and reporting on equity in its programs, directly affecting farmers and ranchers from historically marginalized groups. It mandates the agency to compile and analyze data on participation trends, set measurable goals for improvement, and assess whether funding aligns with communities needing services. Key provisions include adding equity-focused performance evaluations for USDA leaders, creating uniform customer feedback systems (with multilingual access and compensation for input), and requiring staff cultural competency training. The bill also obligates the USDA to notify Congress when lacking authority or resources to address equity gaps in its programs.