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S. 1145: Farmers’ Market Expansion Act of 2025

A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.

Overview

Congress119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026)
TypeSenate bill (S.)
Originating chamberSenate
Introduced2025-03-26
SponsorSen. Tuberville, Tommy [R-AL]
Policy areaAgriculture and Food
Cosponsors2
Latest action2025-03-26 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Last updated2025-12-18

Summary

Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-03-26):

Farmers’ Market Expansion Act of 2025

This bill includes tree nuts (including shelled tree nuts) as one of the eligible foods under the Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP). 

The Department of Agriculture's SFMNP provides grants to participating states to provide low-income seniors with coupons/vouchers that may be used at farmers’ markets, roadside stands, and community supported agriculture programs to purchase eligible foods (i.e., fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally-grown fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs).

Cosponsors (2)

NameParty / state
Ben Ray Luján D NM (original cosponsor) 2025-03-26
Raphael G. Warnock D GA 2025-12-17

Full text & official record

The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 1145 are published by Congress on congress.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is S. 1145?

S. 1145 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: Farmers’ Market Expansion Act of 2025.

Where can I read the full bill text?

The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 1145 are available on congress.gov.

Bill data: congress.gov API (official congressional records).