To amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to expand outreach and assistance to socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers who are women, and for other purposes.

H.R. 8042 would amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to expand outreach and assistance programs specifically targeting women farmers and ranchers who face social or economic disadvantages. If enacted, the bill would likely increase resources and support services available to this group, potentially including technical assistance, training, financial programs, and other agricultural support mechanisms.

The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced in the House on March 24, 2026, and referred to committee. It has not yet been voted on by the full chamber. If passed by both chambers and signed by the President, the expanded programs could help more women in agriculture access the tools and support needed to start or grow their farming and ranching operations.