What does Preamble of USDA Field Office Stability Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To prohibit the closure or relocation of certain Department of Agriculture offices, and for other purposes,' aims to prevent the closure or relocation of specific Department of Agriculture offices. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on June 18, 2026.

What does SHORT TITLE. of USDA Field Office Stability Act do?

This bill is formally titled the USDA Field Office Stability Act.

What does PROHIBITION ON CLOSURE OR RELOCATION OF CERTAIN DEPARTMENT OF of USDA Field Office Stability Act do?

This section prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture from closing or relocating certain Department of Agriculture offices. The offices covered include county or field offices of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Farm Service Agency, a Rural Development area, or any county service center. Exceptions to this prohibition exist if an office is within 20 miles of another similar office (unless in another state) or if relocation occurs within the same county during routine leasing. The Secretary is required to maintain minimum staffing levels at local service centers to ensure they remain open and accessible during standard business hours.

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USDA Field Office Stability Act

Last updated: 6/18/2026 · Introduced: 6/18/2026

Author: Sharice Davids (D-KS)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill prevents the Department of Agriculture from closing or relocating county or field offices of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Farm Service Agency, Rural Development areas, or county service centers.
Relocation is permitted if the office is within 20 miles of a similar office or occurs within the same county during routine leasing.
The bill mandates that the Department of Agriculture maintain minimum staffing levels at local service centers to ensure accessibility during standard business hours.

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