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BillHR 6436 · 119

To amend the Agricultural Act of 2014 to allow for the advance payment of assistance under Tree Assistance Program, and for other purposes.

Introduced
Dec 4, 2025
Cosponsors
2
Traction
0
Last Action
Jan 13, 2026

Bill Summary

Allows farmers to receive advance payments for tree-related losses under a federal assistance program. Expedites financial help for farmers who need to replant or rehabilitate trees.

Sponsored By

Chuck Edwards
Republican · North Carolina · House

Bill Journey

  1. Dec 4, 2025
  3. Jan 13, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

Affects farmers and agricultural businesses that have suffered tree-related losses, providing them with quicker access to financial assistance. Impacts rural communities and the forestry industry by offering timely support for tree replanting and rehabilitation efforts.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
3backers
  • Democratic2
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors2 · 100%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (2)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicFood & Agriculture
CommitteeCommittee on Forestry and Horticulture
IntroducedDec 4, 2025
Last UpdatedJan 13, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture.
Subjects
  • Food

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.