Forestry and Horticulture Subcommittee, Agriculture Committee
Introduced
In Committee
On Floor
Passed Chamber
Enacted
This bill, known as the "Supporting All Producers Act of 2025" , amends the Agricultural Act of 2014 to enhance the Acer access and development program , which supports the maple industry. A significant new provision mandates the Secretary to conduct formal consultations with maple industry stakeholders at least six months before the first request for applications, starting one year after the bill's enactment. The purpose of these consultations is to solicit crucial input regarding research and education priorities within the maple industry, which the Secretary must then consider when making grant awards under the program. Additionally, the legislation extends the program's operational timeline by changing its authorization year from 2023 to 2030 , thereby ensuring its continued support for the maple industry for an extended period.
This bill, known as the "Supporting All Producers Act of 2025" , amends the Agricultural Act of 2014 to enhance the Acer access and development program , which supports the maple industry. A significant new provision mandates the Secretary to conduct formal consultations with maple industry stakeholders at least six months before the first request for applications, starting one year after the bill's enactment. The purpose of these consultations is to solicit crucial input regarding research and education priorities within the maple industry, which the Secretary must then consider when making grant awards under the program. Additionally, the legislation extends the program's operational timeline by changing its authorization year from 2023 to 2030 , thereby ensuring its continued support for the maple industry for an extended period.