Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, is a comprehensive farm bill that would extend and modify agricultural programs administered by the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2031. The bill addresses multiple areas affecting American agriculture and food systems, including income support for farmers, food and nutrition assistance programs, land conservation efforts, trade promotion, rural development initiatives, agricultural research, forestry, and horticulture programs.

The bill has generated mixed reactions from stakeholders. Some agricultural groups have praised provisions aimed at supporting family farms and specialty crop producers during what they describe as an economic crisis in farming. However, other organizations have raised concerns about specific provisions, particularly regarding food assistance programs. Critics argue that certain aspects of the bill could reduce support for vulnerable populations relying on nutrition assistance.

As of March 2026, the bill has advanced through the House Agriculture Committee with amendments but has not yet received a full vote in either chamber. The bill would need to pass both the House and Senate in identical form and receive presidential approval to become law.