Promoting Precision Agriculture Act of 2023

Senate Bill

S. 734

119th Congress

Promoting Precision Agriculture Act of 2023

In Committee

Introduced:Feb 25, 2025

Primary Sponsor

John Thune

Senator

Republican

SD

Cosponsors

3

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Science, Technology, Communications

Summary

This bill promotes precision agriculture technology adoption by farmers through research, education, and support programs. Precision agriculture uses GPS, sensors, drones, and data analytics to optimize farming operations, reduce inputs, increase yields, and minimize environmental impacts.

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill promotes precision agriculture technology adoption by farmers through research, education, and support programs. Precision agriculture uses GPS, sensors, drones, and data analytics to optimize farming operations, reduce inputs, increase yields, and minimize environmental impacts.

Last updated: 1/5/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Edward J. Dwight, Jr., Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States, in recognition of his historic service to the United States, his example of excellence during times of struggle and overt racism, and his contributions in art and Black history.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Promotes precision agriculture technology
Supports GPS, sensors, and data analytics in farming
Helps farmers optimize operations
Reduces inputs while increasing yields
Minimizes environmental impacts

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Farmers would receive support for adopting advanced farming technologies. Precision agriculture can reduce water, fertilizer, and pesticide use while maintaining productivity. The bill helps American agriculture become more efficient and sustainable through technology.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Science, Technology, Communications

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

734, 119th Congress (2025). "Promoting Precision Agriculture Act of 2023". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-s-734