SAP Act of 2025

This bill updates a USDA grant program that supports the maple syrup industry. It requires the USDA to ask maple producers and other industry voices what research and education topics matter most, and to use that feedback when deciding who gets grants under the Acer Access and Development Program. It also keeps the program going through fiscal year 2030.

The USDA must start this consultation process before future grant cycles: beginning with the first grant request that happens at least one year after the law takes effect, the agency has to seek input at least six months before opening applications, and then consider that input when awarding funds. The Acer program gives competitive grants to states, tribal governments, and research institutions to help with research, education, and sustainability in maple syrup production.

Key points:

• Who is affected: Maple syrup producers, states, tribal governments, and research institutions involved in maple research and education.
• What changes: USDA must consult the maple industry on priorities and consider that input when awarding grants.
• When: Consultation begins with the first grant cycle at least one year after enactment; input must be gathered at least six months before applications open. Program runs through FY2030.