- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Latest action
- Jul 28, 2026
What it does
The Shared Values Act reauthorizes and expands funding for farmers' markets and local food promotion programs, including increasing matching fund requirements and reserving grants for new markets. It also appropriates $610 million for nursing workforce development, supports recognition of Black Midwives Day and related equity initiatives, amends student loan disclosure requirements, and continues the Climate and Health program. The bill affects agricultural entities, healthcare workers and students, midwives, and federal grant programs, with reporting requirements for the USDA Secretary and Inspector General. Budgetary effects will be assessed per PAYGO rules.
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Where it stands
Introduced (Done)
Committee (Current step)
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Who is involved
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Where it goes next
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