H.R.3077 - Agriculture Resilience Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3077, the Agriculture Resilience Act of 2025, is a comprehensive bill aimed at addressing climate change impacts on agriculture. It sets national goals for emissions reduction in the agricultural sector, promotes research and development in sustainable agriculture, and supports soil health initiatives. The bill also focuses on farmland preservation, pasture-based livestock management, on-farm renewable energy, and reducing food loss and waste.
Expected Effects
If enacted, H.R. 3077 would significantly reshape agricultural practices and policies in the United States. It would incentivize farmers and ranchers to adopt climate-friendly practices through research funding, technical assistance, and financial incentives. The bill would also establish new programs and initiatives to support sustainable agriculture and reduce the environmental impact of food production.
Potential Benefits
- Increased funding for agricultural research focused on climate change mitigation and adaptation.
- Incentives for farmers to adopt soil health practices, such as cover cropping and conservation tillage.
- Support for farmland preservation and local agriculture markets.
- Promotion of on-farm renewable energy production and energy efficiency improvements.
- Reduction of food loss and waste through standardized date labeling and composting programs.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased regulatory burden on farmers and ranchers.
- Possible higher food prices due to the adoption of more sustainable but potentially more costly practices.
- Concerns about the economic viability of some of the proposed practices, especially for small farms.
- Risk of unintended consequences from government intervention in agricultural markets.
- Potential for bureaucratic inefficiencies in the implementation of new programs.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill's focus on promoting the general welfare through agricultural policy aligns with the spirit of the Preamble of the US Constitution. The enumerated powers in Article I, Section 8, which grant Congress the power to regulate commerce and promote the progress of science and useful arts, provide a basis for federal legislation on agriculture and environmental protection. However, some provisions related to land use and agricultural practices could raise federalism concerns if they unduly infringe upon states' traditional authority over these matters.
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).