Ag Disputes Act

This bill establishes an Agricultural Trade Enforcement Task Force to address foreign trade barriers harming U.S. agricultural exports, with initial focus on India’s WTO-violating price support programs for rice, wheat, and other commodities. The Task Force, led by the U.S. Trade Representative and Agriculture Secretary, identifies systemic barriers, develops WTO dispute strategies, and consults with industry and allies to build cases. It must submit quarterly reports to Congress detailing identified barriers, progress on disputes, and ongoing WTO case status. The bill specifically targets India’s subsidies (e.g., rice price supports at 93.9% of production value, exceeding WTO limits) but directs the Task Force to address all significant agricultural trade barriers.