S.4956

Farmers and Ranchers Relief Act of 2026

Introduced·7/13/26

Federal SB4956 aims to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to provide relief to farmers and ranchers by interpreting certain exemptions.

Federal SB4956, the Farmers and Ranchers Relief Act of 2026, seeks to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. It aims to interpret exemptions for certain discharges of dredged or fill material liberally, providing relief to farmers and ranchers. The bill also seeks to interpret the recapture provision narrowly, ensuring that landowners are not unduly restricted in their activities. This legislation seeks to clarify the scope of exemptions from permits for the discharge of dredged or fill material.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment And Public Works Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jul 13

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.