To establish the Commission on National Agricultural Statistics Service Modernization to modernize the data collection and reporting processes of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, and for other purposes.
To establish the Commission on National Agricultural Statistics Service Modernization to modernize the data collection and reporting processes of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, and for other purposes.
Plain Language Summary
# HR 2307 Summary **What the Bill Does:** HR 2307 would create a special commission to study how the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) collects and reports farm data. NASS currently conducts the Census of Agriculture and provides official statistics on crop production, livestock, and other farm-related information that farmers, policymakers, and businesses rely on. The commission would examine whether NASS's data collection methods are outdated and recommend ways to modernize and streamline them. **Who It Affects and Key Details:** The 11-member commission would include officials from the USDA and Bureau of Labor Statistics, plus representatives appointed by House and Senate Agriculture Committees.
Federal agencies would be required to share relevant information with the commission upon request. Within two years, the commission must deliver a report to the President and Congress that lists all NASS surveys, how often they're conducted, and suggests specific changes—whether administrative adjustments, new regulations, or new laws—to improve the system. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House. It was introduced by Representative Barry Moore (R-AL).
CRS Official Summary
This bill establishes the Commission on National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) Modernization to study and provide recommendations on modernizing and streamlining data collection at NASS. As background, NASS conducts the Census of Agriculture and provides official statistics on agricultural production and other farm sector indicators.The 11-member commission must include 4 specified members from the Department of Agriculture, 1 member from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and 6 members appointed by the House and Senate Agriculture Committees.At the request of the commission chair, federal agencies must provide the commission information related to the study.The commission must submit a report to the President and Congress on the results of the study within two years of the bill's enactment. The report must include (1) an inventory of surveys conducted by NASS and their frequency; and (2) recommendations for administrative, regulatory, and legislative changes.
Latest Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.