Ag vets act
Ag Vets Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the Agriculture Grants for Veterans Education and Training Services Act, directs the Department of Agriculture to create a grant program. These grants will be awarded to various organizations – including universities, extension services, and nonprofits – to help veterans interested in farming and ranching receive training and education in agricultural business operations and management.
Key provisions
- Establishes a grant program within the Department of Agriculture.
- Grants are awarded to eligible entities like universities, extension services, and nonprofits.
- Funding supports training and education for veterans in agriculture.
- Grants can be used for curriculum development, workshops, and field experiences.
- Eligible entities must provide matching funds equal to the grant amount.
- The program is authorized to receive $5 million annually from 2026-2030.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- Agricultural Universities
- Cooperative Extension Services
- Nonprofit Organizations
- State Departments of Agriculture
Notable changes
- Creates a dedicated funding stream for veteran agricultural training.
- Expands the types of organizations eligible to receive grants.
- Requires matching funds from grant recipients.
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