S.4650

Improving Pest and Disease Preparedness for Specialty Crops Act

Introduced·6/2/26

Enhances pest and disease preparedness for specialty crops by amending the Plant Protection Act.

The bill amends the Plant Protection Act to improve preparedness for plant pests and diseases affecting specialty crops. It allocates $150 million annually starting from fiscal year 2027 for these efforts and increases funding for cooperative agreements. The Secretary of Agriculture is directed to prioritize high-risk states in these activities.

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Where it stands

Current
Agriculture, Nutrition, And Forestry Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Jun 2

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.