H.R. 10749 aims to amend the Agricultural Act of 2014 to provide emergency assistance specifically for farmers who have experienced significant losses in high value crops. This legislation is intended to help mitigate the financial impact of such losses and support the agricultural sector during challenging times.
H.R. 10749 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Debbie Wasserman Schultz (Democrat) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Agriculture and Food policy area, one of 119 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Debbie Wasserman Schultz is the sponsor of 11 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 10749 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10749 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Agriculture and Food is 2/10.
Supporters of H.R. 10749 have praised the bill for addressing the urgent needs of farmers who are facing unprecedented challenges due to crop losses. Media coverage highlights the importance of providing timely assistance to ensure the sustainability of high value crops, which are crucial for the economy and food supply.
Critics of H.R. 10749 argue that the bill may create dependency on government assistance and question whether it adequately addresses the underlying issues affecting crop production. Some media outlets have raised concerns about the potential for misallocation of resources and the effectiveness of emergency aid in truly supporting farmers in the long term.
The analysis of H.R. 10749 reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor Debbie Wasserman Schultz's top donor industries and the bill's subject matter, which focuses on emergency assistance for high value crop losses. The primary donor industries, Health Professionals and Retired individuals, contribute significant amounts ($600 million and $187.5 million respectively) but are not directly related to agricultural issues. This lack of overlap suggests that the bill is unlikely to be influenced by the interests of these donor groups. Voters should be aware that while large donations exist, they do not appear to create a conflict regarding this specific legislation.
Top industries funding Debbie Wasserman Schultz, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 10749 do?
H.R. 10749 aims to amend the Agricultural Act of 2014 to provide emergency assistance specifically for farmers who have experienced significant losses in high value crops. This legislation is intended to help mitigate the financial impact of such losses and support the agricultural sector during challenging times.
Has H.R. 10749 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 10749 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 10749 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10749 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Agriculture and Food is 2/10. This score reflects overlap between the sponsor’s campaign funding, lobbying activity, and the industries the bill affects. It is a transparency indicator, not an accusation.
What is the status of H.R. 10749?
H.R. 10749 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on October 9, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 10749?
H.R. 10749 was sponsored by Debbie Wasserman Schultz (Democrat).
