Thompson Unveils ‘Farm Bill 2.0′; Ag Groups Encouraged

Agricultural and conservation groups say they are cautiously optimistic after House Ag Chairman G.T. Thompson introduced his new Farm Bill proposal Friday afternoon.

The Pennsylvania Republican said he is hopeful this proposal will help restart stalled negotiations in Congress.  The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, is scheduled for consideration by the House Agriculture Committee starting Monday February 23rd.  If the legislation advances, it could reach the House floor later this spring.

Agriculture-aligned conservation groups welcomed the move as a signal of progress after months of uncertainty.  Several farm-related matters were previously addressed in last year's "One, Big, Beautiful Bill." 

Aaron Field, director of private lands conservation for the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, said the Farm Bill plays a critical role in supporting working lands, wildlife habitat and outdoor recreation tied to agriculture.  Groups emphasized that bipartisan support will be required for passage and said they plan to closely review the bill’s conservation and forestry provisions as the legislative process moves forward.

Click Here for the full text of the bill.  Or you can view a short overview Here and a title-by-title summary Here.

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