Bill > HR2156

This bill amends the Food Security Act of 1985 to create an exception to existing payment limitations for agricultural businesses. Specifically, the bill allows a person or legal entity to be exempt from payment restrictions if at least 75 percent of their average adjusted gross income comes from farming, ranching, or related agricultural activities. These activities include not just traditional farming, but also agri-tourism, direct-to-consumer marketing of agricultural products, selling agricultural equipment, and other agriculture-related activities. The exemption applies to certain payments and benefits under two specific agricultural programs: those from the Agricultural Act of 2014 and section 196 of the Federal Agriculture Improvement and Reform Act. By creating this exception, the bill aims to provide more financial flexibility and support for businesses that derive the majority of their income from agricultural pursuits, potentially helping to protect and support farmers and agricultural enterprises during challenging economic times or after disasters.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2156/all-info