Bill Overview
Title: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023
Description: This bill provides FY2023 appropriations for the Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Food and Drug Administration, and related agencies. The bill provides appropriations to USDA for agricultural programs, including the Office of the Secretary, Executive Operations, the Office of Civil Rights, the Economic Research Service, the National Agricultural Statistics Service, the Agricultural Research Service, the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, the Agricultural Marketing Service, and the Food Safety and Inspection Service. The bill also provides appropriations to USDA for farm production and conservation programs, including the Farm Production and Conservation Business Center, the Farm Service Agency, the Risk Management Agency, and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The bill provides appropriations to the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation Fund and the Commodity Credit Corporation Fund. For USDA rural development programs, the bill includes appropriations for Rural Development Salaries and Expenses, the Rural Housing Service, the Rural Business-Cooperative Service, and the Rural Utilities Service. The bill provides appropriations to the Food and Nutrition Service for Child Nutrition Programs; the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC); the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP); the Commodity Assistance Program; and Nutrition Programs Administration. The bill provides appropriations to the Foreign Agricultural Service for (1) Food for Peace Title II Grants, and (2) McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program Grants. The bill also provides appropriations for the Food and Drug Administration, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and the Farm Credit Administration. Additionally, the bill sets forth requirements and restrictions for using funds provided by this and other appropriations acts.
Sponsors: Rep. Bishop, Sanford D., Jr. [D-GA-2]
Target Audience
Population: People receiving USDA, FDA, and related agency services
Estimated Size: 60000000
- The bill impacts a wide range of individuals connected to agriculture, rural development, and food services.
- Global food supply can be affected due to funding in programs like Food for Peace and McGovern-Dole, impacting millions globally.
- The bill's provisions particularly affect those receiving aid from programs like WIC and SNAP.
- Rural communities will feel the impact of investments in housing, business, and utilities.
- Those engaged in agriculture worldwide may experience changes due to funding of crop insurance and commodity programs.
Reasoning
- We aimed to represent a diverse cross-section of the population affected by this bill, focusing on those directly benefiting from USDA and related agency services, especially in rural and agricultural communities.
- The policy's budget constraints mean we prioritized programs with broad direct impacts, like SNAP and rural development programs.
- We considered how agricultural subsidies and nutrition assistance programs have immediate versus long-term effects on wellbeing.
Simulated Interviews
Farmer (Rural Kansas)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The continued funding for crop insurance is critical for us, especially with climate variability.
- I am concerned about long-term sustainability without increased funding.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Software Engineer (Urban California)
Age: 30 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I support programs like SNAP as I see their importance through the food bank.
- This policy doesn't affect me directly but promotes a fairer society.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Retired (Rural Alabama)
Age: 62 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- SNAP is crucial for my day-to-day life. Without it, I'd struggle to afford food.
- I worry about funding cuts but am hopeful this bill secures its future.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 3 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 3 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 3 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 3 |
Rural Utility Worker (Texas)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Rural development funding helps improve our infrastructure significantly.
- Investments are necessary to support these communities long-term.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Healthcare Worker (New York)
Age: 28 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Nutrition programs like WIC are vital for community health.
- More funding can enhance outcomes and the reach of these programs.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Policy Analyst (Washington)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy is essential for maintaining sustainable agricultural practices.
- Continued support for rural areas ensures national food security.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
School Teacher (Nebraska)
Age: 40 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Child nutrition programs ensure my students have access to healthy meals.
- I see the positive impact of these programs every day.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Agricultural Researcher (Florida)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Funding for agricultural research is crucial for innovation.
- This bill ensures we stay competitive globally.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
SNAP Beneficiary (Chicago)
Age: 35 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- SNAP helps me provide for my children.
- Secure funding provides peace of mind about affording necessities.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 3 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 3 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 3 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 3 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 3 |
Retired Coal Miner (West Virginia)
Age: 67 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Rural development funding is critical for our town's economy.
- Programs supporting housing and businesses are essential here.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 4 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $180000000000 (Low: $170000000000, High: $190000000000)
Year 2: $184000000000 (Low: $172000000000, High: $196000000000)
Year 3: $188000000000 (Low: $175000000000, High: $201000000000)
Year 5: $190000000000 (Low: $177000000000, High: $203000000000)
Year 10: $210000000000 (Low: $198000000000, High: $222000000000)
Year 100: $310000000000 (Low: $298000000000, High: $322000000000)
Key Considerations
- Funding sustainability is crucial given competing budget priorities.
- Balancing immediate needs with long-term investments in agriculture and rural development is a challenge.
- Coordination between USDA and FDA is necessary for effective fund utilization.
- Domestic needs must be weighed against obligations to international food aid commitments.
- Monitoring the impact on inflation and the broader economy is critical.