Support for Food Supply Chains
Official: Resilient Food Supply Chain and Affordability Act
IntroducedFebruary 17, 2026
Why This Matters
This bill ensures that a program designed to improve food supply chains continues to operate, specifically allowing support for meat and poultry products. This is important for maintaining food availability and affordability for consumers.
If you buy meat or poultry, this bill helps ensure a stable supply and potentially lower prices.
Affects: Farmers, food producers, and consumers who rely on meat and poultry products.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill keeps the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program running. 2. It allows funding to be used for meat and poultry products. 3. The program aims to strengthen food supply chains. 4. It was originally created as part of the American Rescue Plan Act.
Who is affected?
Farmers, food producers, and consumers who rely on meat and poultry products.