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Farm bill clears House, moves to Senate

The measure passed the U.S. House in a 224-200 vote and now awaits Senate action.

Published Apr 30, 2026, 1:33 PM EDT | WFMZZ

The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 passed the U.S. House Thursday in a 224-200 vote and now heads to the Senate for approval. Supporters say the bill is a hopeful sign for America's agricultural industry, which has operated for the past eight years without updated federal farm legislation.