Family Farm Transition Act of 2026
This bill creates a new program to connect people leaving farming with those wanting to become farmers. The Secretary of Agriculture would set up a database to match these individuals and help transfer farm businesses and properties between them. The program would run for five years unless extended by the Secretary and requires regular reports to Congress on its progress and results.
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Introduction
Apr 2026
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Introduced Apr 22, 2026
Last action Apr 22, 2026
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Apr 22, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
lower
Apr 22, 2026
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Introduced in House
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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