To reauthorize and improve the relending program to resolve ownership and succession on farmland, and for other purposes.

# Summary of HR 7761 **What the Bill Does** HR 7761 would reauthorize and enhance a federal relending program designed to help farmers and agricultural operations resolve ownership and succession issues on farmland. The bill aims to improve this existing program, though specific details about the improvements aren't outlined in the basic bill information available. In simple terms, it's meant to make it easier for farmers to transfer land ownership to the next generation or resolve complicated ownership situations. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily affects farmers, agricultural landowners, and their families who are dealing with succession planning or ownership transitions. It could also impact rural communities and agricultural lenders who participate in the relending program.

The improvements may also benefit agricultural organizations and institutions supporting farmland succession. **Current Status** As of now, HR 7761 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Sanford D. Bishop (D-GA), a Democrat from Georgia. To become law, it would need to pass out of committee, receive approval from the full House, pass the Senate, and be signed by the President.