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SILVER Act

Introduced
May 21, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
May 21, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a program for the voluntary certification of glyphosate-resistant weeds, and funds research on the management of these weeds. Establishes a task force to develop strategies for managing glyphosate-resistant weeds.

Sponsored By

James E. Risch
Republican · Idaho · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. May 21, 2026
  3. May 21, 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

Farmers and agricultural workers may be affected by the certification program and research findings, which could change their weed management practices. The task force's strategies may also impact the environment and the general public by altering the use of glyphosate and other herbicides.

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%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Agriculture
IntroducedMay 21, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.

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.