Bill > HR6336

This bill, the Fair Access for Farmers and Ranchers Act of 2018, aims to improve access to farm programs and loans for certain farmers and ranchers. Specifically, the bill requires the Secretary of Agriculture to provide a farm number to any farm operator who can provide eligible documentation, such as a court order or certification, demonstrating they have control of land with undivided ownership interests. This farm number can be used to participate in the Secretary's programs. The bill also establishes a new loan pilot program to allow eligible entities like cooperatives and nonprofits to relend funds to individuals and entities to resolve ownership and succession issues on farmland with multiple owners. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary to collect and report more comprehensive data on farmland ownership, tenure, and transitions, including the impact on beginning and socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-bill/6336/all-info