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HARVEST Act

USA119th CongressHR-8502| House 
| Updated: 4/27/2026
Shomari Figures

Shomari Figures

Democratic Representative

Alabama

Cosponsors (3)
Joyce Beatty (Democratic)Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)Bennie G. Thompson (Democratic)

Agriculture Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a study by September 30, 2026, on enhancing the capacity of 1890 Institutions . The study aims to identify ways for these institutions to expand their educational programs and technical assistance offerings. These programs would specifically address complex issues related to the transfer of agricultural land and assets , including the often-challenging process of managing heirs property . The ultimate goal is to facilitate the smooth and equitable transfer of these resources to the next generation of farmers and ranchers , ensuring continuity and viability in agricultural operations. The bill also provides a specific definition for "heirs property," outlining criteria such as co-tenancy, acquisition from a relative, and a minimum percentage of interests held by relatives.
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Timeline
Apr 27, 2026
Introduced in House
Apr 27, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
  • April 27, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • April 27, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

HARVEST Act

USA119th CongressHR-8502| House 
| Updated: 4/27/2026
This bill mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a study by September 30, 2026, on enhancing the capacity of 1890 Institutions . The study aims to identify ways for these institutions to expand their educational programs and technical assistance offerings. These programs would specifically address complex issues related to the transfer of agricultural land and assets , including the often-challenging process of managing heirs property . The ultimate goal is to facilitate the smooth and equitable transfer of these resources to the next generation of farmers and ranchers , ensuring continuity and viability in agricultural operations. The bill also provides a specific definition for "heirs property," outlining criteria such as co-tenancy, acquisition from a relative, and a minimum percentage of interests held by relatives.
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Timeline
Apr 27, 2026
Introduced in House
Apr 27, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
  • April 27, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • April 27, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Shomari Figures

Shomari Figures

Democratic Representative

Alabama

Cosponsors (3)
Joyce Beatty (Democratic)Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)Bennie G. Thompson (Democratic)

Agriculture Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted