Bills · HR 5367
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5367Agriculture and Food
Capital for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act of 2025
INTRO SEP 15· LAST ACTION DEC 2
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a critical financial gap for new farmers and ranchers, who often face significant barriers to entry and growth. Starting a farm requires substantial upfront investments that provide benefits over many years, but current loan structures often don't match this reality. By providing tailored 'development loans' with longer repayment terms and lower interest rates, the bill could enable more beginning farmers to make necessary long-term investments in their businesses, such as soil improvements, essential equipment, or robust business systems.
If this bill becomes law, it could help more new farmers establish stable and profitable operations, contributing to a more diverse and resilient agricultural sector. Without it, many beginning farmers might continue to struggle with inadequate financing, hindering their ability to build sustainable businesses and potentially leading to higher failure rates among new agricultural ventures. It directly impacts food production and the economic viability of small- and medium-scale farms.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a pilot program for 'development loans' and loan guarantees specifically for beginning farmers and ranchers.
This creates a new financial tool designed to meet the unique long-term investment needs of new agricultural businesses.
PROVISION 02
Defines 'development expenditures' as capital investments benefiting a farm or ranch for more than one year, including initial assets, infrastructure, soil fertility, and business management systems.
This clarifies what types of investments are eligible for the new loans, ensuring they cover crucial multi-year start-up costs.
PROVISION 03
Sets specific loan terms including repayment periods of 3 to 10 years, interest rates between 0 and 3 percent, a maximum loan amount of $100,000, and flexible principal repayment.
These terms are more favorable and better suited for long-term investments than traditional annual operating loans, making financing more accessible and manageable for new farmers.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Secretary of Agriculture to provide comprehensive training and support on farm and ranch management issues to all loan recipients.
This provision helps ensure that new farmers not only receive funding but also gain the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully manage their businesses and repay their loans.
PROVISION 05
Mandates ongoing evaluation of the pilot program and biennial reports to Congress on its operation and outcomes.
This ensures accountability and allows policymakers to assess the program's effectiveness and make informed decisions about its future.
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YRS IN OFFICE
5
BILLS LED
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COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 8 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
4 EVENTSDEC 2
Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.
SEP 15
Introduced in House
SEP 15
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
SEP 15
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5367
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 15, 2025
Last actionDec 2, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · AGRICULTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 15, 2025
House BillHR 5367Agriculture and Food
Capital for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act of 2025
INTRODUCED SEP 15, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 2, 2025
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
8
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