What does Preamble of Women in Agriculture Act do?

This bill amends the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994. It establishes the position of Women Farmers and Ranchers Liaison. The bill is referred to the Committee on Agriculture.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Women in Agriculture Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Women in Agriculture Act.

What does WOMEN FARMERS AND RANCHERS LIAISON. of Women in Agriculture Act do?

This section amends the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 to establish a Women Farmers and Ranchers Liaison within the Department. The Liaison must be established within 120 days of the Women in Agriculture Act's enactment. The Liaison's duties include providing information and assistance to women farmers and ranchers regarding agricultural programs, advocating on their behalf, and promoting women's leadership within the Department. The Liaison is required to submit an annual report to Congress and make it publicly available, detailing grants, loans, and cost-share programs for woman-owned agriculture operations. The report must include data on program participation, funding percentages, application rates, and the percentage of women at different GS levels within the Department. The Liaison may enter into contracts or cooperative agreements with research centers, higher education institutions, or nonprofit organizations to conduct research, develop educational materials, and provide training and mentoring opportunities for women farmers and ranchers. The Secretary may appoint staff to support the Liaison.

What does HIGH-PRIORITY RESEARCH AND EXTENSION AREAS. of Women in Agriculture Act do?

This section amends Section 1672(d) of the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990. The amendment adds a new category for research and extension grants. Grants may be made for developing and widely distributing agriculture equipment and machinery that is ergonomically designed for use by women.

What does CHILD CARE PRIORITY. of Women in Agriculture Act do?

This section amends Section 306(a) of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act. The amendment adds a provision regarding Child Care Priority. The Secretary is directed to give priority to qualified applicants using loans or grants to address childcare availability, quality, or cost in agricultural or rural communities.

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Women in Agriculture Act

Last updated: 4/18/2025 · Introduced: 4/3/2025

Author: Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-NM)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a Women Farmers and Ranchers Liaison within the Department of Agriculture to provide information, advocacy, and promote leadership opportunities for women in agriculture.
The bill directs the Department of Agriculture to prioritize loans and grants that address childcare availability, quality, or cost in agricultural and rural communities.
It expands research and extension grant opportunities to include projects focused on developing ergonomically designed agricultural equipment for women.

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