H.R.8446

Family Farm Transition Act of 2026

Introduced·4/22/26

Establishes a program to connect individuals leaving farming with those seeking to become farmers.

The Family Farm Transition Act of 2026 mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to create a program linking those exiting farming with aspiring farmers. The program includes maintaining a database of interested parties, facilitating farm business transfers, and publishing related guidance. The Secretary must submit reports to Congress on the program's implementation and results. The program will automatically terminate five years after enactment unless extended by the Secretary.

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Where it stands

Current
Agriculture Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Apr 22

House

Introduced in House

Apr 22

House

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.