H 4430
An Act promoting agriculture resilience and sustainability
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Bill overview
This bill aims to strengthen the resilience and sustainability of agriculture in Massachusetts. It seeks to support farmers and agricultural practices that can withstand challenges like climate change and market fluctuations. The legislation focuses on promoting environmentally sound farming methods and ensuring the long-term viability of the state’s agricultural sector. It also addresses definitions and encourages healthy incentives within the agricultural industry.
Key provisions
- Supports farmers in adapting to climate change impacts.
- Promotes sustainable agricultural practices.
- Clarifies the definition of agriculture within the state.
- Encourages the development of agricultural healthy incentives programs.
- Addresses equity within the agricultural sector.
- Supports urban agriculture and horticulture.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts farmers
- Agricultural businesses
- Consumers of agricultural products
- The agricultural industry
- Urban residents involved in agriculture
Notable changes
- The bill clarifies the definition of agriculture.
- It introduces incentives for healthy agricultural practices.
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Bill H.4430 194th (Current)
An Act promoting agriculture resilience and sustainability
By Representative Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4430) of Kate Hogan relative to agriculture resilience and sustainability. Agriculture and Fisheries.
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Presenter: Kate Hogan
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.4430
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 8/18/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Agriculture and Fisheries |
| 8/21/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 8/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in B-1 |
| 12/31/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4854 |
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