Bill > S1385

This bill, called the "Organic Science and Research Investment Act of 2025," aims to significantly expand and coordinate organic agricultural research across multiple federal agencies. The bill establishes a new "Coordinating and Expanding Organic Research Initiative" with 12-18 members from agencies like the Agricultural Research Service and National Institute of Food and Agriculture, which will conduct comprehensive surveys of organic research every five years and provide recommendations for improving organic agriculture. The initiative will focus on addressing challenges for organic producers, including developing new plant cultivars, improving pest management, enhancing ecosystem services, adapting to climate change, and supporting producers transitioning to organic methods. The bill also increases funding for organic research grants, with amounts escalating from $60 million in fiscal year 2026 to $100 million in subsequent years, and creates new grant programs to support research on transitioning to organic production. Additionally, the bill mandates an economic impact analysis of organic farming that considers factors like local economic vitality, environmental quality, and social dynamics. By taking a holistic approach, the bill seeks to advance scientific understanding, innovation, and support for organic agriculture in the United States.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1385/all-info