FARM AI Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (14 Jul 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
What this bill does
The FARM AI Act of 2026, introduced in the House of Representatives, aims to increase the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture. It proposes making AI a priority area within existing Department of Agriculture research and extension programs. This would involve incorporating AI research into grants, providing technical training for farmers and rural communities on AI and related technologies, and developing AI solutions for farmers.
The bill's findings suggest AI could improve farm productivity, enhance decision-making, reduce resource use, and expand economic opportunities for farms. It would affect farmers, agribusinesses, and rural communities by promoting technical assistance, education, and outreach for adopting AI. The bill also calls for the creation of an Artificial Intelligence Agriculture Advisor within the Department of Agriculture to promote AI adoption and develop national AI standards for the sector in collaboration with the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
This bill was introduced on July 14, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Agriculture. As it has just been introduced, it has not yet been voted on by the House or Senate.
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Timeline
14 Jul 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9686 do?
- The FARM AI Act of 2026, introduced in the House of Representatives, aims to increase the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture. It proposes making AI a priority area within existing Department of Agriculture research and extension programs. This would involve incorporating AI research into grants, providing technical training for farmers and rural communities on AI and related technologies, and developing AI solutions for farmers. The bill's findings suggest AI could improve farm productivity, enhance decision-making, reduce resource use, and expand economic opportunities for farms. It would affect farmers, agribusinesses, and rural communities by promoting technical assistance, education, and outreach for adopting AI. The bill also calls for the creation of an Artificial Intelligence Agriculture Advisor within the Department of Agriculture to promote AI adoption and develop national AI standards for the sector in collaboration with the National Institute of Standards and Technology. This bill was introduced on July 14, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Agriculture. As it has just been introduced, it has not yet been voted on by the House or Senate.
- Has H.R. 9686 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9686. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9686?
- H.R. 9686 was sponsored by Rep. Nunn, Zachary [R-IA-3] (R-IA), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9686?
- Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. (14 Jul 2026).
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