Bill > S4651

This bill, titled the "Increasing Insurance Access for Specialty Crops Act," aims to improve federal crop insurance for specialty crops, which are typically high-value fruits, vegetables, and nuts, by establishing a Specialty Crop Advisory Committee. This committee, to be formed within 180 days of the bill's enactment, will consist of a Chairperson with crop insurance and specialty crop industry experience, and between five and ten members, including at least one producer from each of the West, Midwest, South, and Northeast regions of the United States, all of whom will have expertise in specialty crop production methods, markets, and unique risks like weather, trade damages, and supply chain disruptions. The committee's duties will include advising the Corporation (likely referring to the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, which administers the Federal Crop Insurance Act) on specialty crop insurance policies, reviewing and recommending improvements to educational programs for specialty crop producers, and providing input on policy presentations and partnerships. Additionally, the bill clarifies the responsibilities of a Specialty Crops Coordinator, who will act as a liaison between the Corporation and specialty crop producers and the new advisory committee, and ensures that the Corporation consults with this committee when annually reviewing new and specialty crops for insurance coverage.