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To amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish research centers of excellence for alternative protein innovation, and for other purposes.
The bill, HB6780, proposes to amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990. It aims to create research centers for innovation in alternative protein sources, which are foods that can replace traditional meat products. This initiative seeks to promote new technologies and business opportunities in the nutrition sector.
This bill would primarily affect researchers, scientists, and entrepreneurs in the food technology and nutrition industries. By funding and establishing these research centers, it hopes to foster advancements in alternative protein products, potentially benefiting public health and the economy by creating new jobs and innovative food options.
Currently, HB6780 has been introduced and referred to the appropriate committees for further review. It was first introduced on December 17, 2025, and as of May 20, 2026, it has been referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology for additional consideration.
