S. 2897: Tropical Plant Health Initiative Act
This bill, titled the Tropical Plant Health Initiative Act
, aims to amend existing legislation related to agricultural research, specifically concerning tropical plants. Its key components are as follows:
Purpose of the Bill
The main goal of the bill is to provide research and extension grants focused on studying and enhancing the health of tropical plants. This includes the development of tools and treatments to combat pests and noxious weeds that threaten these plants.
Research and Extension Grants
The grants authorized by this bill can be used for several specific purposes, including:
- Developing Tools and Treatments: Creating science-based strategies to fight plant pests and noxious weeds that affect tropical plants, such as:
- Coffee plants
- Macadamia trees
- Cacao trees
- Plantains and bananas
- Mangos
- Floriculture and nursery crops
- Vanilla plants
- Any other tropical plant as determined by authorities
- Integrated Pest Management: Setting up comprehensive pest management programs in areas where these tropical crops are threatened or at risk.
- Data Collection: Conducting surveys and collecting relevant data on production and health of affected tropical plants.
- Research into Plant Biology: Investigating various biological aspects of tropical plants, including their ecology, genomics, and immune responses to threats.
Funding Authorization
The bill also proposes to extend the period for appropriating funds for these activities until 2030.
Summary of Changes to Existing Law
Overall, the bill modifies provisions in the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990, specifically updating funding timelines and adding a focus on tropical plant health.
Relevant Companies
- KO - The Coca-Cola Company: As a beverage company known for its use of tropical ingredients such as cacao and vanilla, changes in the health of these plant sources may affect their supply chains and product offerings.
- SYRS - Syros Pharmaceuticals: This company is involved in agricultural biotechnology, and advancements in the practices for managing tropical plant health could impact their research and product development efforts.
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Sponsors
2 bill sponsors
Actions
2 actions
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Sep. 18, 2025 | Introduced in Senate |
| Sep. 18, 2025 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. |
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