Bill > HR6780

This bill, titled the "Producing Real Opportunities for Technology and Entrepreneurs Investing in Nutrition Act," aims to bolster the United States' capabilities in alternative protein innovation by directing the Secretary of Agriculture to establish at least three research centers of excellence focused on diversifying edible protein sources. These centers will conduct research and development in food biomanufacturing, utilizing processes like bioprocessing and biomanufacturing to convert biomass into proteins and fats, and will also focus on workforce development to equip students with the necessary skills for these emerging industries. The bill also proposes to amend existing agricultural research programs to include tools and production methods for increasing edible protein availability through bioprocessing and biomanufacturing, and establishes a new national program within the Agricultural Research Service dedicated to protein security, rural prosperity, and farmer profits, all funded through authorized appropriations for fiscal years 2026 through 2030. Furthermore, it creates grant programs for food biomanufacturing and production, as well as for food biomanufacturing workforce development, with significant funding allocated for these initiatives. Finally, the bill mandates the development of a national strategy on alternative proteins, involving multiple government departments, to ensure U.S. leadership in this sector and address barriers to research, development, and production, while explicitly excluding insect production from its scope.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/6780/all-info