H.R.1302 - Growing Rural Agricultural Infrastructure Needs to Deliver Rising Yields Act; GRAIN DRY Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.1302, the GRAIN DRY Act, aims to amend the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008. It clarifies that propane storage is an eligible use for funds under the storage facility loan program. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 13, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Agriculture.
Expected Effects
The bill's passage would expand the scope of the storage facility loan program to include propane storage for agricultural producers. This could lead to increased access to affordable propane storage, potentially improving agricultural production efficiency. The amendment specifically references and relies on existing regulatory definitions within the Code of Federal Regulations.
Potential Benefits
- Increased access to funding for propane storage facilities for agricultural producers.
- Potential for improved efficiency and reduced costs in agricultural production.
- Supports rural agricultural infrastructure.
- Clarifies eligible uses for existing loan programs.
- May lead to more reliable access to propane for drying grains and other agricultural needs.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased reliance on propane, a fossil fuel.
- Limited scope, focusing solely on propane storage rather than broader energy solutions.
- May disproportionately benefit larger agricultural operations.
- Possible administrative burden in implementing the expanded loan program.
- The bill doesn't address potential environmental concerns related to propane storage.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the General Welfare Clause (Preamble) by aiming to support agricultural infrastructure and potentially improve food production. Article I, Section 8 grants Congress the power to spend for the general welfare. There are no apparent conflicts with specific constitutional provisions. The bill operates within the established framework of existing agricultural legislation.
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).