HB 9473

House·20th Congress·Filed May 28, 2026

An Act Institutionalizing the National Urban and Peri-Urban Agriculture Program to Address Food Security Concerns, and Appropriating Funds for the Purpose

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The bill creates a permanent national program to promote farming in cities and nearby areas, sets up a council and a fund, and directs the agriculture and science departments to lead research and implementation.

Agriculture and FisheriesEnvironment and Natural ResourcesLocal Government

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Author · Representative

Brian Raymund S. YamsuanReceipts →

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An Act Institutionalizing the National Urban and Peri-Urban Agriculture Program to Address Food Security Concerns, and Appropriating Funds for the Purpose

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