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House Passes Skinny Farm Bill, Locking in Agriculture Subsidies and Nutrition Programs through 2031

The House has passed a skinny farm bill, extending agriculture subsidies and nutrition programs for five years, until fiscal 2031. Despite adding only $162 million in mandatory costs over six years, the bill faced opposition from Democrats who criticized it for maintaining significant Republican cuts to SNAP food aid, while ignoring farmer struggles due to tariffs. However, some Democrats supported the bill, which includes provisions like $200 million for local food banks, higher farmer loan limits, and shifting foreign food aid under the USDA. The bill now moves to the Senate, where a version is expected to build on rural supports and end the outdated extensions.

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