Bill > HR4400

This bill, known as the "Farmers First Act of 2025", amends the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN) within the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 to provide enhanced mental health support for farmers and ranchers. The bill increases funding from $10 million to $15 million annually for fiscal years 2026-2030 and expands the network's capabilities by explicitly allowing crisis lines as a support mechanism. Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions that enable grant recipients to establish referral relationships with various healthcare providers, including certified community behavioral health clinics, health centers, rural health clinics, Federally qualified health centers, and critical access hospitals. These changes aim to improve access to comprehensive mental health and substance use treatments for agricultural workers, recognizing the significant mental health challenges faced by those in the farming and ranching industries. The expanded network and referral system are designed to provide more robust and accessible mental health support for farmers and ranchers experiencing stress, crisis, or mental health challenges.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4400/all-info