CHILE Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (22 Jul 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
What this bill does
The CHILE Act of 2026 (H.R. 9884) would amend the Federal Agriculture Improvement and Reform Act of 1996 to create a permanent framework for providing emergency financial assistance to producers of "specialty crops"—fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, horticulture, and nursery crops as defined under existing law—when an adverse event, such as a natural disaster, economic crisis, or market disruption, harms their production. Payments would be calculated using a producer's prior sales history multiplied by a payment factor set by the Secretary of Agriculture, who would also consider the higher costs and values associated with specialty crops and the variety of business structures used by growers. The bill sets payment limits per person or entity, with a higher cap (at least $900,000) for those primarily engaged in farming, ranching, or silviculture. It also appropriates $5 billion for fiscal year 2027 to fund this assistance.
The bill primarily affects specialty crop farmers and agricultural businesses, giving the U.S. Department of Agriculture new standing authority to respond to disruptions in these sectors, rather than relying on ad hoc disaster relief legislation each time.
The bill was introduced on July 22, 2026, by Rep. Gabriel Vasquez (D-NM), with a cosponsor, and referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. As an introduced bill, it would need committee consideration, passage by the House and Senate, and the President's signature before becoming law.
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Timeline
22 Jul 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9884 do?
- The CHILE Act of 2026 (H.R. 9884) would amend the Federal Agriculture Improvement and Reform Act of 1996 to create a permanent framework for providing emergency financial assistance to producers of "specialty crops"—fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, horticulture, and nursery crops as defined under existing law—when an adverse event, such as a natural disaster, economic crisis, or market disruption, harms their production. Payments would be calculated using a producer's prior sales history multiplied by a payment factor set by the Secretary of Agriculture, who would also consider the higher costs and values associated with specialty crops and the variety of business structures used by growers. The bill sets payment limits per person or entity, with a higher cap (at least $900,000) for those primarily engaged in farming, ranching, or silviculture. It also appropriates $5 billion for fiscal year 2027 to fund this assistance. The bill primarily affects specialty crop farmers and agricultural businesses, giving the U.S. Department of Agriculture new standing authority to respond to disruptions in these sectors, rather than relying on ad hoc disaster relief legislation each time. The bill was introduced on July 22, 2026, by Rep. Gabriel Vasquez (D-NM), with a cosponsor, and referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. As an introduced bill, it would need committee consideration, passage by the House and Senate, and the President's signature before becoming law.
- Has H.R. 9884 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9884. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9884?
- H.R. 9884 was sponsored by Rep. Vasquez, Gabe [D-NM-2] (D-NM), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9884?
- Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. (22 Jul 2026).
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