Federal • US Congress

H.R. 8646: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2027

Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD)Introduced

H.R. 8646 status: Introduced.

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score75/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactHigh impact

Bill summary

Official

Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2027 This bill provides FY2027 appropriations for the Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Food and Drug Administration, and related agencies. The bill provides appropriations to USDA for agricultural programs, includi...

Key analysis

Constitutionality80%
Bipartisan40%
Public opinion50%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Positive Outlook
60%

Benefits

  • Funds allocated for hazardous materials management and compliance with environmental laws.

Risks

  • No specific new environmental protection initiatives are detailed.

Economy

Positive Outlook
70%

Benefits

  • Significant appropriations for agricultural programs, rural development, and food safety.
  • Investments in infrastructure, broadband, and rural business development.
  • Support for agricultural research and education.

Risks

  • Some program funding levels are reduced or subject to adjustments.

Society

Positive Outlook
75%

Benefits

  • Substantial funding for child nutrition programs and WIC.
  • Support for food assistance programs like SNAP.
  • Investments in rural housing and community facilities.

Risks

  • No specific new social welfare initiatives are detailed.
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

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high

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Warning

The bill is an appropriations act, meaning it allocates funds rather than creating new policy or regulations.

Limitation

Appropriations are for fiscal year 2027.

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Where it stands

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Introduced

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Committee

Upcoming
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Floor

Upcoming
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Enacted

Upcoming
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