Farms.com Home   Ag Industry News

Senate farm bill expected to pass, debate on immigrant bill to return

Senate farm bill expected to pass, debate on immigrant bill to return

By Amanda Brodhagen, Farms.com

The U.S. Senate is due to vote on its five-year $94 billion farm bill Monday night. The legislation is likely to pass with bipartisan support.

The farm bill is almost identical to the legislation passed last year, with the major difference being a target price assistance program for Southern rice and peanut farmers.

The House version of the farm bill is expected to come in two weeks (June 17). If the bill passes the house floor, it will take strong bipartisan support from the Senate and the House to the President before the extension of the farm bill expires this fall (Sept. 30). Both bills would end direct payments to farmers, while expending insurance offerings. The most continuous point is over food stamp funding better known as SNAP. The Senate version would cut $400 million a year while the House version would cut $2 billion a year.

Once the farm bill passes, the Senate is scheduled to resume debate on its controversial immigration bill.
 


Trending Video

KIOTI RX 7340 Customization | An Updated Overview

Video: KIOTI RX 7340 Customization | An Updated Overview

KIOTI Tractor Specialist Neal Darby takes you through an updated overview of the impressive RX7340. Packed with new upgrades and enhanced features, the RX7340 is the perfect example of a powerful, reliable tractor that can tackle any job on your property. With its 73 horsepower capability, this tractor is designed to handle even the toughest tasks, from landscaping to heavy-duty work. Watch as Neal walks you through the key improvements that make the RX7340 stand out and why it’s the ideal choice for those looking for versatility, performance, and durability.