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BillHR 8646 · 119

Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2027

Introduced
May 1, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 8, 2026

Bill Summary

Funds the US agricultural and food programs, including the Food and Drug Administration, for the 2027 fiscal year. Allocates money for rural development and related agencies.

Sponsored By

Andy Harris
Republican · Maryland · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 1, 2026
  5. Jun 8, 2026You Are Here

    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

This bill affects farmers, rural communities, and consumers by providing financial support for agricultural programs, food safety inspections, and rural development projects. It also impacts the employees and contractors of the funded agencies, including the Food and Drug Administration.

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
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%
Latest floor voteJun 4, 2026
213–210

Documents

1

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

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeAppropriations Committee
IntroducedMay 1, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 8, 2026
Latest ActionReceived in the Senate.
Subjects
  • Economy
  • 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.