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HR 5875119th CongressIn Committee
COWS Act of 2025
Introduced: Oct 31, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Costa, Jim [D-CA-21] (D-California)
Standard Summary
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Comprehensive agricultural bill expanding conservation programs to include composting and alternative manure management practices through 2029.
Key Points
- 1Adds composting practices to conservation programs
- 2Establishes alternative manure management practices program
- 3Provides up to 100% cost-share payments for eligible practices
- 4Requires 50% advance payments for materials and equipment
- 5Prioritizes small and mid-sized dairy/livestock operations
- 6Includes carbon sequestration and greenhouse gas reduction goals
Impact Areas
Agricultural conservationLivestock farmingClimate change mitigationRural economic developmentManure management
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