Washington, D.C. – Today, the House Appropriations Committee released the Fiscal Year 2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Bill. The bill will be considered in subcommittee tomorrow, April 23rd at 9:00 a.m. The markup will be live-streamed and can be found on the Committee’s website.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chairman Andy Harris said, “This legislation builds on the successful efforts of the Trump Administration to root out fraud, waste, and abuse, shrink the federal bureaucracy, and make USDA programs more farmer-friendly. It sets USDA on a responsible and sustainable spending path that will make both the Department and our nation stronger. Under President Trump and Secretary Rollins’ leadership, every taxpayer dollar will be spent in the pursuit of putting all American farmers and ranchers first."
Chairman Tom Cole said, “From food security to global competitiveness, American agriculture plays a critical role in our nation’s strength. This FY27 bill makes targeted investments to protect that foundation – supporting producers, advancing research, and securing supply chains while ensuring access to essential nutrition programs. It does so with a clear emphasis on fiscal discipline and mission focus. Further, it prioritizes the health and well-being of Americans – and safety of our food and drug supplies. Chairman Harris has crafted a bill that strengthens rural America, safeguards our resources, and positions U.S. agriculture to compete and lead.”
The Fiscal Year 2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Bill
The Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill provides a total discretionary allocation of $26.27 billion, which is $380 million (1.4%) below the Fiscal Year 2026 enacted level.
The bill prioritizes agencies and programs that protect our nation’s food and drug supply; support America’s farmers, ranchers, and rural communities; and ensure low-income Americans have access to nutrition programs. The legislation is fiscally responsible and refocuses programs on their core mission while putting the health, safety, and prosperity of American producers and consumers first.
Key Takeaways
Champions U.S. farmers, agriculture, and rural communities by:
Supports the Trump Administration and mandate of the American people by:
Bolsters U.S. national security and border protections by:
Safeguards American taxpayer dollars and preserves core functions by:
A summary of the bill is available here.
Bill text is available here.
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