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Increased TSP Access Act of 2025

USA119th CongressS-1150| Senate 
| Updated: 3/26/2025
Mike Crapo

Mike Crapo

Republican Senator

Idaho

Cosponsors (2)
Roger Marshall (Republican)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill, titled the "Increased TSP Access Act of 2025," aims to significantly improve the delivery of technical assistance under the Food Security Act of 1985. It expands the capacity for providing timely, science-based, and site-specific conservation practice design and implementation assistance by broadening who can certify and provide these services, explicitly including private sector entities . A core provision overhauls the third-party provider (TSP) certification process , allowing the Secretary of Agriculture to certify TSPs directly, or through approved non-Federal entities, or through State agencies with relevant statutory authority. Within 180 days, the Secretary must establish a process for approving these non-Federal certifying entities, aiming to increase TSP capacity, including agricultural retailers and professional societies. These approved entities will assess TSP capabilities and provide necessary training and continuing education. The bill also mandates a streamlined certification process for TSPs holding appropriate specialty certifications, such as certified crop advisors or professional engineers. To ensure equitable compensation, the Secretary must establish fair and reasonable payment amounts for technical services provided by TSPs, equivalent to but not exceeding federal rates. These payments for technical assistance, when provided through other federal programs, will be excluded from cost-sharing requirements and can cover up to 100% of the service cost. Finally, the legislation mandates increased transparency , requiring public reporting on funds obligated to TSPs, certification results from various pathways, and estimated staff hours saved through third-party involvement. The Secretary is also required to review certification requirements and make adjustments to improve participation and effectiveness.
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Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-1400
Increased TSP Access Act of 2023
Feb 28, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-575
Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.
Mar 26, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Mar 26, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-1400
    Increased TSP Access Act of 2023


  • February 28, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-575
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.


  • March 26, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 26, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.

Agriculture and Food

Increased TSP Access Act of 2025

USA119th CongressS-1150| Senate 
| Updated: 3/26/2025
This bill, titled the "Increased TSP Access Act of 2025," aims to significantly improve the delivery of technical assistance under the Food Security Act of 1985. It expands the capacity for providing timely, science-based, and site-specific conservation practice design and implementation assistance by broadening who can certify and provide these services, explicitly including private sector entities . A core provision overhauls the third-party provider (TSP) certification process , allowing the Secretary of Agriculture to certify TSPs directly, or through approved non-Federal entities, or through State agencies with relevant statutory authority. Within 180 days, the Secretary must establish a process for approving these non-Federal certifying entities, aiming to increase TSP capacity, including agricultural retailers and professional societies. These approved entities will assess TSP capabilities and provide necessary training and continuing education. The bill also mandates a streamlined certification process for TSPs holding appropriate specialty certifications, such as certified crop advisors or professional engineers. To ensure equitable compensation, the Secretary must establish fair and reasonable payment amounts for technical services provided by TSPs, equivalent to but not exceeding federal rates. These payments for technical assistance, when provided through other federal programs, will be excluded from cost-sharing requirements and can cover up to 100% of the service cost. Finally, the legislation mandates increased transparency , requiring public reporting on funds obligated to TSPs, certification results from various pathways, and estimated staff hours saved through third-party involvement. The Secretary is also required to review certification requirements and make adjustments to improve participation and effectiveness.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-1400
Increased TSP Access Act of 2023
Feb 28, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-575
Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.
Mar 26, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Mar 26, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-1400
    Increased TSP Access Act of 2023


  • February 28, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-575
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.


  • March 26, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 26, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Mike Crapo

Mike Crapo

Republican Senator

Idaho

Cosponsors (2)
Roger Marshall (Republican)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee

Agriculture and Food

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