Bill would make USDA urban farming programs permanent through 2030

Q: What does it cost, and who pays?

The bill guarantees at least $15 million per year starting in fiscal year 2026, with up to $50 million per year authorized through 2030 if Congress funds it at that level. It also raises USDA's urban farm data collection budget from $14 million over three years to $18 million per year through 2030.

In committeeS. 4470Latest action Apr 30, 2026

Sponsor: John Fetterman · Senator · PA

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Official title: Supporting Urban and Innovative Farming Act of 2026

119th Congress

Topics: Jobs & the economy

Introduced: April 30, 2026

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S 4470 makes USDA's urban farming pilot programs permanent and guarantees at least $15 million yearly starting in 2026.

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What does this do?

S 4470 strengthens USDA's Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production, expanding its duties to include help with zoning, business registration, and urban conservation practices. It extends deadlines and pilot programs from 2023 to 2030, making them permanent, and widens grant eligibility to include Tribal organizations, state and territorial governments, agricultural cooperatives, and K-12 schools.

Who does it affect?

The bill affects urban farmers, community garden organizers, schools with farming programs, nonprofits, Tribal governments, and local food-access officials. It could also affect consumers in cities seeking fresh, local food.

Why does it matter?

By making urban agriculture support permanent and expanding eligible partners, the bill changes which groups can access federal funding and technical assistance for city-based farming.

What does it cost, and who pays?

Guarantees $15M/year from 2026
Up to $50M/year authorized through 2030
Data funding rises to $18M/year

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IntroducedApr 30, 2026
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Latest action: April 30, 2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.

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