What does Preamble of Protecting America’s Orchardists and Nursery Tree Growers Act do?

This bill proposes to amend the Agricultural Act of 2014. The amendment concerns the tree assistance program. The bill includes provisions for 'other purposes' not further specified in this section.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Protecting America’s Orchardists and Nursery Tree Growers Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Protecting America's Orchardists and Nursery Tree Growers Act.

What does TREE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. of Protecting America’s Orchardists and Nursery Tree Growers Act do?

This section amends the Agricultural Act of 2014 to modify the Tree Assistance Program. Amendments redefine terms within the program, including allowing for biennial assistance and broadening the definition of pests. The program's economic viability requirements are revised to include growers regardless of production history and to account for trees that no longer produce an economically viable crop. The Secretary is granted discretion to modify or waive acreage limitations. Orchardists and nursery tree growers receiving assistance must carry out related activities within two years or a timeframe necessary for tree survival. Eligible growers can use assistance to replant with alternative tree varieties, stand densities, or locations. Cost-sharing limitations are established for these alternative replanting options. The Secretary is required to notify applicants of their application status within 120 days.

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Protecting America’s Orchardists and Nursery Tree Growers Act

Last updated: 4/13/2026 · Introduced: 4/13/2026

Author: Bill Huizenga (R-MI)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill modifies the Tree Assistance Program to allow for biennial assistance and broaden the definition of eligible pests.
It revises economic viability requirements to include growers regardless of production history and allows assistance for trees that are no longer economically viable.
Eligible growers can use program assistance to replant with alternative tree varieties, stand densities, or locations, with established cost-sharing limitations.

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