What is the current status of HR 6776?

HR 6776 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 6776?

HR 6776 was sponsored by Lauren Underwood (D), Rep.

Farmers to Families Act

IntroducedDecember 17, 2025

Introduced5 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.

Why This Matters

The Farmers to Families Act lets people use benefits and coupons to buy fresh food directly from local farmers and markets. This helps families access healthier food options while supporting local agriculture.

If you rely on food benefits, you can soon buy fresh produce directly from local farmers.

Who this affects

Families using cash benefits · Families using food coupons

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill allows cash-value benefits and coupons to buy fresh, local foods.
2Participants can use these benefits at farmers' markets and food hubs.
3States must provide a single device to access these funds electronically.
4The bill aims to support local farmers and improve nutrition for families.
5It sets a timeline of 18 months for implementation after the bill passes.

Last changed 2 months ago · checked hourly

Farmers to Families Act

IntroducedDecember 17, 2025

Introduced5 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.

Why This Matters

If you rely on food benefits, you can soon buy fresh produce directly from local farmers.

Who this affects

Families using cash benefits · Families using food coupons

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill allows cash-value benefits and coupons to buy fresh, local foods.
2Participants can use these benefits at farmers' markets and food hubs.
3States must provide a single device to access these funds electronically.
4The bill aims to support local farmers and improve nutrition for families.
5It sets a timeline of 18 months for implementation after the bill passes.

Last changed 2 months ago · checked hourly