Resilient Food Supply Chain and Affordability Act
Summary
The "Resilient Food Supply Chain and Affordability Act" aims to continue the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program, initially established by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to maintain the program's operations. A key change allows recipients to use funding for activities related to meat and poultry products.
Expected Effects
The act will likely lead to continued funding for food supply chain infrastructure projects. It broadens the scope of the program to include support for meat and poultry-related activities. This could stabilize and potentially lower the cost of these products.
Potential Benefits
- Continued support for food systems infrastructure.
- Potential for increased efficiency in the meat and poultry sectors.
- Possible stabilization or reduction in food prices.
- Support for agricultural jobs and businesses.
- Enhancement of the resilience of the food supply chain.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for funds to be diverted from other areas of the food supply chain.
- Possible unintended consequences from focusing on specific sectors.
- Risk of inefficient allocation of resources.
- Limited information on specific oversight mechanisms.
- Dependence on the Secretary of Agriculture's interpretation and implementation.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the General Welfare Clause of the Constitution, as it aims to ensure a stable and affordable food supply. Congress's power to regulate commerce (Article I, Section 8) also supports this type of legislation. The bill does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).