Bill > S3392

This bill, also known as the AGRITOURISM Act, aims to boost rural economies and tourism by formally recognizing and promoting agritourism, which encompasses a wide range of activities like farm tours, outdoor recreation, on-farm dining, and accommodations. The key provision is the establishment of an Agritourism Advisor within the Department of Agriculture, specifically within the Office of the Under Secretary for Rural Development. This Advisor will be responsible for encouraging and promoting agritourism activities and businesses across all states and on tribal lands, coordinating with various government agencies, advising the Secretary on agritourism matters, updating departmental programs to reflect best practices, conducting outreach to stakeholders, facilitating partnerships, improving farm business development programs, and consolidating access to federal resources for agritourism businesses. The bill also includes technical and conforming amendments to existing law to integrate this new role.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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