To amend the Agricultural Act of 2014 with respect to the Acer access and development program, and for other purposes.
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IntroducedMr. Langworthy (for himself and Ms. Balint) introduced the following …
Summary
What This Bill Does
The Supporting All Producers Act of 2025 (SAP Act) makes two changes to an existing USDA program that supports the maple syrup industry. First, it requires the Secretary of Agriculture to consult with maple industry stakeholders about their research and education priorities before issuing grant applications. Second, it extends the program's authorization from 2023 to 2030, ensuring continued funding for maple industry development.
Who Benefits and How
Maple syrup producers and processors benefit directly by gaining formal input into how federal research and education grants are prioritized, making it more likely that grants will address their actual business needs. Agricultural researchers and universities working on maple production also benefit from the program extension through 2030, which provides seven additional years of potential grant funding. Rural communities in maple-producing states like Vermont, New York, and Maine gain economic support as the industry they depend on receives targeted federal assistance through at least 2030.
Who Bears the Burden and How
USDA grant administration staff face new procedural requirements, as they must now conduct stakeholder consultations at least 6 months before each grant application cycle, adding administrative work and extending timelines. Taxpayers bear the cost of extending the program through 2030, though the bill doesn't specify funding amounts or appropriate new money.
Key Provisions
- Requires USDA to solicit input from maple industry stakeholders at least 6 months before issuing grant applications under the Acer access and development program
- Mandates that the Secretary of Agriculture consider stakeholder input when making grant decisions
- Extends the program's authorization from 2023 to 2030, adding seven years of authorized federal support
- Redesignates existing subsections to accommodate the new consultation requirements
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Requires USDA to consult with maple industry stakeholders before issuing grant applications and extends the Acer access and development program through 2030
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Ensure maple industry has a voice in federal grant priorities and extend program funding authorization"
Likely Beneficiaries
- Maple syrup producers
- Maple product manufacturers
- Agricultural researchers focused on maple production
- Rural communities dependent on maple industry
Likely Burden Bearers
- USDA administrative staff who must conduct new consultation process
- Taxpayers funding the extended program through 2030
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_secretary"
- → Secretary of Agriculture
Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
Representatives and participants in the maple syrup production industry who provide input on research and education priorities
Program established under Section 12306 of the Agricultural Act of 2014 (7 U.S.C. 1632c) to support maple syrup industry through research and education grants
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