What does Preamble of Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act do?

This bill authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to provide grants to States, territories, and Indian Tribes. The grants are intended to address contamination by perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on farms. The bill's stated purpose is to address PFAS contamination on farms.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act do?

This bill is formally titled Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act

What does DEFINITIONS. of Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act do?

This section defines key terms used throughout the Act. “Agricultural land” is defined as land used or capable of use for farm product production, including associated resources like water and inputs. A “commercial farm” is one where farm products are produced for income generation. “Eligible government” includes States, the District of Columbia, territories, and Indian Tribes. “Farm product” encompasses plants and animals useful to humans, with specific inclusions like grains, dairy, livestock, and fruits. “PFAS” is defined chemically and also references the EPA’s working definition. “Program” refers to the program established under section 3(a). “Secretary” refers to the Secretary of Agriculture. “Septage” is defined as waste from septic systems. “Sludge” is defined as waste from wastewater or water supply treatment plants, or facilities with similar characteristics.

What does ESTABLISHMENT. of Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act do?

The Secretary shall establish a program to provide grants to eligible governments. Grants are for governments with agricultural land or water containing unsafe levels of PFAS. Eligibility is determined based on soil and water standards and limitations. Applications must include a plan for administering funding. At least 30% of funding goes to governments with a population under 3,000,000.

What does PURPOSES. of Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act do?

This section outlines permissible uses of grant funding for eligible governments addressing PFAS contamination in agricultural settings. Eligible governments can use grants to monitor PFAS-related health complications in individuals and their households affected by contaminated land. Funding can be used to purchase, sell, or provide compensation for contaminated agricultural land or farm products, including costs related to disposal. Investments in agricultural equipment and infrastructure are allowed to maintain profitability during transitions or remediation efforts. Financial assistance, including income replacement, can be provided to producers with contaminated commercial farms. The section supports PFAS testing, data management, and research related to farm management, remediation, and the impact on agricultural communities. Educational programs for landowners are supported, focusing on informing residents about potential PFAS exposure and providing guidance on land transactions. Long-term monitoring and data repository development are included as eligible uses of funds. Eligible governments are directed to prioritize assistance to producers experiencing financial losses due to PFAS contamination. The Secretary is instructed to prioritize grants to governments utilizing funds for purposes including transitioning to alternative production systems, remediation strategies, and income replacement.

What does REPORTS. of Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act do?

This section outlines annual reporting requirements for eligible governments receiving grants under the program. Each year, the Department of Agriculture (or a similar agency) must submit a report to the Secretary and Congress. The report must detail the uses of the grant during the previous year, including purposes described in section 4(a). The report must specify the amount of the grant allocated to each purpose described in section 4(a). The report must describe how funding was administered in accordance with the plan described in section 3(c)(2). The report must also identify any additional needs identified by agricultural producers. The Secretary can determine and request any additional information to be included in the report.

What does TASK FORCE. of Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act do?

The Secretary establishes a task force within the Department of Agriculture The task force advises on adding PFAS contamination as an eligible activity It evaluates actions for farms with detected PFAS in Department programs It provides technical assistance to governments addressing PFAS contamination

What does AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. of Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act do?

This section authorizes appropriations to the Secretary to carry out the Act. A total of $500,000,000 is authorized for this purpose. The authorization covers fiscal years 2026 through 2029.

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Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act

Last updated: 1/13/2026 · Introduced: 12/4/2025

Author: Chellie Pingree (D-ME)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a program authorizing the Secretary of Agriculture to provide grants to states, territories, and Indian Tribes to address perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination on farms.
Grant funding can be used for various purposes, including monitoring health impacts, compensating producers for contaminated land or products, and supporting transitions to alternative farming practices.
The bill authorizes a total of $500,000,000 over four fiscal years (2026-2029) to support these efforts and establishes a task force to advise on PFAS contamination activities.

119th Congressin committeeS. 3353(In Committee)Official page

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