Congress faces delays on new farm bill approval
The clock is running out for Congress to pass a new farm bill, leaving farmers and agricultural groups anxious about the future.
The 2018 Farm Bill expired last year, and a temporary extension has also ended. As lawmakers struggle to finalize a new version, discussions point towards another short-term extension.
The farm bill underpins vital programs, including SNAP, crop insurance, and disaster aid. Delays leave farmers grappling with uncertainty while policymakers debate funding priorities.
Aaron Shier from the National Farmers Union noted, “Any extension should take stock of the current economic reality to make sure there’s adequate support if there’s not a full new law.”