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Redesignates existing clauses (ii) through (v) as clauses (iii) through (vi) and inserts a new clause (ii) establishing an explicit priority for tools and production methods that increase availability of edible protein sources via bioprocessing, biomanufacturing, and conversion of under-utilized biomass into high-value ingredients.
Adds a new subsection (e) creating 'Centers of Excellence for Food and Agriculture Innovation' that requires recognition of not fewer than 3 centers (including at least one led by an 1890 Institution), specifies areas of focus (food biomanufacturing R&D and student success/workforce development), authorizes appropriations, and requires annual reporting to Congressional agriculture committees.
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Introduced December 17, 2025 by Julia Brownley · Last progress December 17, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Introduced in House