BillHR 8446 · 119

Family Farm Transition Act of 2026

Introduced

Apr 22, 2026

Cosponsors

Traction

Last Action

Apr 22, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes programs to help family farms transfer ownership to the next generation. Funds training and resources for farm succession planning.

Bill Journey

Apr 22, 2026
Apr 22, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects family farm owners and their heirs, providing them with resources to plan and execute a smooth transfer of farm ownership. It also impacts agricultural communities by helping to preserve family farms and ensure their continued operation.

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

Democratic2

Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

Full Bill Text
H.R. 8446 · congress.gov

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Cosponsors (1)

Jennifer L. McClellan
Democrat · VA

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal

Primary TopicFood & Agriculture

CommitteeAgriculture Committee

IntroducedApr 22, 2026

Last UpdatedApr 22, 2026

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

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.