S. 1888: United States Foundation for International Food Security Act of 2025

This bill, known as the United States Foundation for International Food Security Act of 2025, aims to establish a private, nonprofit organization called the United States Foundation for International Food Security. This foundation will focus on enhancing agricultural production and food systems, primarily in developing countries, to improve food security, reduce malnutrition, and promote economic growth. Here’s a breakdown of the key components of the bill:

Establishment of the Foundation

The foundation will be set up as a private entity, not a government agency, based in Washington, DC. It will be responsible for attracting private sector investments to support agricultural projects and food systems that are economically viable.

Purposes of the Foundation

The foundation aims to:

• Foster locally led agricultural investments to improve food security.
• Support agricultural infrastructure, technology, and research to improve production and market access.
• Collaborate with proven government and non-governmental organizations to streamline processes and enhance project execution.
• Deploy technology to maximize agricultural productivity and reduce hunger.
• Align its efforts with U.S. national security interests and foreign policy objectives.

Governance Structure

The foundation will be overseen by a Board of Directors, consisting of up to 15 members with expertise in agricultural production, business development, and national security. The board will also have a nonvoting Board of Advisors for additional insights. Members will serve terms of up to five years and must include representation from both major political parties.

Funding and Accountability

The foundation will employ an outcome-based funding strategy, meaning that funding will be contingent on meeting specific, measurable goals related to agricultural productivity and food security. There will be built-in mechanisms for accountability, including:

• Regular evaluations to gauge the impact of funded projects.
• Protocols to assess and manage the risk of corruption.
• Adherence to international standards and best practices for project execution.

Project Funding Criteria

To qualify for funding, projects must demonstrate a potential to:

• Increase agricultural productivity and income for farmers.
• Contribute to sustainable food security.
• Meet national security priorities of the U.S. government.

Prohibitions on Funding

The foundation will not provide support to any governments that:

• Support acts of international terrorism.
• Engage in gross human rights violations.
• Are on the U.S. sanctions list.

Annual Reporting

The foundation will be required to submit annual reports detailing its activities, financial performance, and progress towards its goals. This accountability is aimed at ensuring the effective use of taxpayer dollars and alignment with U.S. interests.

Authorization of Appropriations

The bill authorizes federal appropriations to support the foundation's activities but emphasizes that funds should, whenever possible, be matched by contributions from non-government sources.

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