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House BillHR 5241Agriculture and Food

RTCP Revitalization Act

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This bill matters because farming in geographically disadvantaged areas often comes with unique and costly challenges, such as higher shipping costs for inputs and products, and limited access to markets. Without consistent support, these agricultural operations can struggle to stay competitive, potentially leading to increased food prices or reduced local food production in these regions.

If this bill becomes law, it ensures a stable and increasing source of funding for these farmers, allowing them to better plan for the future and cover higher operational costs. This could help preserve local agriculture, support food security in these regions, and prevent these unique farming communities from being economically marginalized. If it doesn't pass, the program's funding would remain uncertain, potentially leading to reduced support for farmers in these vulnerable areas.

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PROVISION 01

Removes the requirement that program funds be 'subject to availability' from annual appropriations.

This changes the program from discretionary funding to mandatory funding, ensuring a consistent and reliable source of money.

PROVISION 02

Establishes specific mandatory funding amounts from the Commodity Credit Corporation for fiscal years 2026 through 2031 and each year thereafter.

This guarantees a set and increasing budget for the program, preventing year-to-year funding uncertainties.

PROVISION 03

Removes the Secretary of Agriculture's authority to impose payment limitations on geographically disadvantaged farmers or ranchers if enough funds are available to meet all eligible applications.

This ensures that eligible farmers can receive the full reimbursement they are due from the program without caps, provided there's sufficient overall funding.

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JAN 13

Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.

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SEP 9

Introduced in House

INTROREFERRAL

SEP 9

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

HOUSE · INTROREFERRAL

SEP 9

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

HOUSE · INTROREFERRAL

BILL INFO

TypeHouse Bill

NumberHR 5241

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedSep 9, 2025

Last actionJan 13, 2026

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · AGRICULTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 9, 2025

House BillHR 5241Agriculture and Food

RTCP Revitalization Act

INTRODUCED SEP 9, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 13, 2026

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Passed Senate

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Became Law

Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Removes the requirement that program funds be 'subject to availability' from annual appropriations.

This changes the program from discretionary funding to mandatory funding, ensuring a consistent and reliable source of money.

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Establishes specific mandatory funding amounts from the Commodity Credit Corporation for fiscal years 2026 through 2031 and each year thereafter.

This guarantees a set and increasing budget for the program, preventing year-to-year funding uncertainties.

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Removes the Secretary of Agriculture's authority to impose payment limitations on geographically disadvantaged farmers or ranchers if enough funds are available to meet all eligible applications.

This ensures that eligible farmers can receive the full reimbursement they are due from the program without caps, provided there's sufficient overall funding.

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Fiscal Year 2026

Mandatory funding begins for the program

FUNDING & AUTHORIZATIONS

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AMOUNT	PROGRAM	TYPE	YEARS
$10,000,000	Reimbursement payments to geographically disadvantaged farmers and ranchers (Section 1621 of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008)	mandatory	Fiscal Year 2026
$11,000,000	Reimbursement payments to geographically disadvantaged farmers and ranchers (Section 1621 of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008)	mandatory	Fiscal Year 2027
$12,000,000	Reimbursement payments to geographically disadvantaged farmers and ranchers (Section 1621 of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008)	mandatory	Fiscal Year 2028
$13,000,000	Reimbursement payments to geographically disadvantaged farmers and ranchers (Section 1621 of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008)	mandatory	Fiscal Year 2029
$14,000,000	Reimbursement payments to geographically disadvantaged farmers and ranchers (Section 1621 of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008)

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Geographically disadvantaged farmers and ranchers: Farmers and ranchers operating in specific areas that face unique challenges, often due to their remote location, such as U.S. territories, Alaska, or Hawaii, leading to higher costs for transportation, supplies, and market access.
Mandatory funding: Funds that are legally required to be spent each year without the need for annual approval by Congress. These funds are often tied to specific programs or formulas.
Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC): A government-owned and operated corporation within the U.S. Department of Agriculture that provides financing for agricultural programs, including price and income support, conservation, and export credit.
Reimbursement payments: Money paid back to farmers or ranchers to cover costs they have already incurred for specific activities or expenses related to their operations.
Payment limitations: A maximum amount of money an individual or entity can receive from a specific government program, regardless of their total eligible costs or claims.

ACTION TIMELINE

4 EVENTS

JAN 13

Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.

COMMITTEE

SEP 9, 25

Introduced in House

INTROREFERRAL

SEP 9, 25

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

INTROREFERRAL

SEP 9, 25

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

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