Agriculture and National Security Act of 2026
Latest action (20 Jan 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
**H.R. 7153 — Agriculture and National Security Act of 2026**
This bill would direct the Secretary of Agriculture to give greater priority to national security, alongside existing homeland security efforts, within the Department of Agriculture. It requires the Secretary to create a new position—Senior Advisor for National Security—within 180 days of enactment, tasked with advising the Secretary, liaising with the National Security Council and other agencies, coordinating security-related work across the Department, and engaging stakeholders on risks to food and agriculture. The bill also authorizes the Department to exchange staff (detailees) with defense, intelligence, and law enforcement agencies, and requires the Secretary to submit a report to Congress and the National Security Council every two years assessing vulnerabilities—such as foreign influence, data control, land acquisition, supply chain risks, and cybersecurity—along with policy recommendations and resource needs.
The bill primarily affects the Department of Agriculture's internal structure and reporting duties, and indirectly touches stakeholders across the food and agriculture sector, including those concerned with supply chains, foreign investment, and emerging technology risks. It does not create new regulations for farmers or businesses directly.
The bill was introduced in the House on January 20, 2026, by Rep. Stephanie Bice with bipartisan co-sponsors, and referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. It has not yet received a committee vote or floor action.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on January 20, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 7153 do?
- **H.R. 7153 — Agriculture and National Security Act of 2026** This bill would direct the Secretary of Agriculture to give greater priority to national security, alongside existing homeland security efforts, within the Department of Agriculture. It requires the Secretary to create a new position—Senior Advisor for National Security—within 180 days of enactment, tasked with advising the Secretary, liaising with the National Security Council and other agencies, coordinating security-related work across the Department, and engaging stakeholders on risks to food and agriculture. The bill also authorizes the Department to exchange staff (detailees) with defense, intelligence, and law enforcement agencies, and requires the Secretary to submit a report to Congress and the National Security Council every two years assessing vulnerabilities—such as foreign influence, data control, land acquisition, supply chain risks, and cybersecurity—along with policy recommendations and resource needs. The bill primarily affects the Department of Agriculture's internal structure and reporting duties, and indirectly touches stakeholders across the food and agriculture sector, including those concerned with supply chains, foreign investment, and emerging technology risks. It does not create new regulations for farmers or businesses directly. The bill was introduced in the House on January 20, 2026, by Rep. Stephanie Bice with bipartisan co-sponsors, and referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. It has not yet received a committee vote or floor action.
- Has H.R. 7153 become law?
- Not yet. As of 20 Jan 2026, H.R. 7153 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.R. 7153?
- H.R. 7153 was sponsored by Rep. Stephanie Bice [R-OK5] (Republican-OK), with 12 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 7153?
- Introduced (20 Jan 2026).
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