To establish the Commission on National Agricultural Statistics Service Modernization to modernize the data collection and reporting processes of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, and for other purposes.

This bill creates a temporary 11‑member commission to study how to modernize farm data at the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). It would look at ways to use new technology and more real‑time information, improve data quality, reflect local and regional differences, cut down on the number of surveys, and reduce “survey fatigue” for farmers. It also aims to strengthen trust by working closely with farmers and other agricultural groups and to improve data on specialty crops.

The commission can hold hearings, gather feedback from stakeholders, and request information from federal agencies. It must deliver a report within two years that lists NASS surveys and offers recommendations for changes. The commission would end by September 30, 2030, and the bill authorizes $1,000,000 for FY 2026 to support this work. Appointments to the commission must be made within 60 days after the bill becomes law.

• Who is affected: Farmers, ranchers, specialty crop growers, farm businesses, and people who use farm data, like local communities and markets.
• What changes: A study and recommendations to modernize NASS data, use more real‑time data, and reduce the number of surveys while improving response rates and trust.
• When: Members appointed within 60 days; report due in two years; commission ends by September 30, 2030; $1,000,000 authorized for FY 2026.