Congressman Baird introduced the Hemp Planting Predictability Act, extending legal hemp definitions by two years for farmers.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressman Baird introduces new legislation: U.S. Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) has presented the Hemp Planting Predictability Act, aiming to extend the hemp provision in the FY2026 Agriculture Appropriations bill for two years. This legislation seeks to provide farmers stability in their planting decisions amid recent regulatory changes.
Support from bipartisan colleagues: Baird was joined by several colleagues who endorsed the bill, emphasizing the need for a stable regulatory environment for hemp farmers. Chairman Comer noted it gives farmers necessary time to adapt, while Ranking Member Craig mentioned it addresses turmoil faced by Minnesota's hemp industry.
Concern for local economies: Congressman Moore and Congressman Evans highlighted the bill's importance in protecting local hemp producers. Evans pointed out the economic role of hemp facilities in Colorado, reinforcing the need for a sustainable path forward for the hemp industry and local jobs.
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James R. Baird Fundraising
James R. Baird recently disclosed $70.6K of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 798th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 28.5% came from individual donors.
Baird disclosed $28.3K of spending. This was the 927th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Baird disclosed $182.0K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 786th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
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James R. Baird Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that James R. Baird is worth $30.9M, as of January 13th, 2026. This is the 41st highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Baird has approximately $0 invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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James R. Baird Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by James R. Baird:
- H.R.7010: To amend the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2026, to delay the implementation of amendments made by such Act to the hemp production provisions of the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946.
- H.R.5221: PART Act
- H.R.3707: NSF and USDA Interagency Research Act
- H.R.3208: No Official Palestine Entry Act of 2025
- H.R.2813: Small Modular Reactor Commercialization Act of 2025
- H.R.1516: To require the Secretary of State to report an assessment of the Conflict and Stabilization Operations Bureau, including whether the Bureau should be maintained, explanations of its function, and cost analysis of the Bureau.
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