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This bill provides the annual federal funding for the Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and several related agencies for the 2022 fiscal year. It allocates the budget necessary to maintain national food safety inspections, support agricultural research, and manage rural development projects such as housing and utility assistance.
For everyday citizens, this legislation ensures the continued operation of essential nutrition assistance programs, including SNAP (food stamps), school lunches, and the WIC program for women and infants. It also funds the oversight of the nation's food and drug supply and provides financial stability for farmers through crop insurance and conservation programs.
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