USDA Assistance and Support for Underserved Farmers, Ranchers, Foresters: Equity Commission

Agency: Department of Agriculture-Office of the Secretary

 

Description:

To fund the activities of one or more equity commissions that will address racial equity issues within the USDA and the programs of the USDA.

Bill Section:

22007(c)

US Code:

7 USC 2279

New or Existing:

New

Potential Cost:     

$10,000,000

Timeline:     

FY22-31

Implementation Status/Rulemaking:   

Commission established and released an interim report February 2023. A final report is anticipated in early 2024. Source

TCS Notes:

In addition to the combined $2.835 billion appropriated for USDA Assistance and Support for Underserved Farmers, Ranchers, Foresters in Section 22007(a)-(e), $24 million is appropriated for administrative costs.