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HR6496 Demands Tariff Relief for Crops and Wine

Officially: Specialty Crop & Wine Producer Tariff Relief Act

HR6496 requires the Secretary of Agriculture to create a program for direct payments to specialty crop growers and wine producers hurt by foreign tariffs. Affects farmers facing financial losses.

Where it stands

Sitting in House Committee

No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.

What this bill actually does

Direct payment program: Establishes payments to offset financial losses from tariffs.
Secretary of Agriculture's role: Mandates the creation and management of the relief program.

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The debate

What people are saying about this bill

✓Arguments in support

Targeted Relief for Specialty Crops: The bill provides much-needed support to farmers growing specialty crops, who have been excluded from previous aid packages.
Compensation for Tariff Losses: Farmers who can prove they have lost money due to tariffs will receive payments to help cover these losses.
Support for Rural Economies: By helping farmers, the bill supports rural economies and protects jobs in agricultural regions.

✕Arguments against

Potential Increase in Federal Spending: Critics might argue that the bill could increase federal spending at a time when the government is already dealing with deficits.
Favoritism Concerns: There could be concerns about the bill favoring certain crops over others, even though no specific opposition has been documented.
Uncertain Passage: With no progress in committee or lobbying activity, the bill's future is uncertain, which might concern those looking for immediate relief.

Where this bill is in the process

Legislative timeline

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Introduced

Introduced in House

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House Committee

Under House committee consideration

Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. (12/5/2025)

DEC 5

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House Floor Vote

Voted on by House

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Passed House

Approved by House

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Senate Review

Sent to Senate for consideration

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Passed Both Chambers

Approved by both House and Senate

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Signed into Law

Signed by the President

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HR6496 Demands Tariff Relief for Crops and Wine

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