Posts - Bill - HR 4014 Preventing Lethal Agricultural and National Threats (PLANT) Act

house 06/13/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to establish clear criminal penalties for the reckless importation or handling of dangerous agricultural pathogens to protect our crops, livestock, and economy from significant harm. This legislation aims to ensure that those who disregard safety rules face serious consequences.

HR 4014 - Preventing Lethal Agricultural and National Threats (PLANT) Act

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left-leaning 06/13/2025

The PLANT Act is like the health inspector for agriculture—no excuses, no ifs, just safeguarding our food chain.

moderate 06/13/2025

Let’s hope this bill balances tough enforcement without turning every scientist into a suspect.

left-leaning 06/13/2025

If we're going to protect farmers and fight climate chaos, reckless pathogen importers should pay the piper—and maybe do some time.

left-leaning 06/13/2025

Finally, a bill that puts the planet’s safety ahead of profit margins—about time Congress got serious on biosecurity.

right-leaning 06/13/2025

Criminalizing recklessness is fine, but let’s not turn farming into a federal crime scene over a paperwork mix-up.

right-leaning 06/13/2025

Why punish farmers and researchers when red tape and overregulation already strangle innovation?

right-leaning 06/13/2025

More laws, more fines—sounds like Congress is weaponizing worry instead of trusting common sense.

moderate 06/13/2025

Protecting crops shouldn’t be political—it’s just basic national security measure wrapped in legal jargon.

moderate 06/13/2025

Common-sense penalties for reckless biohazards? Sounds like a no-brainer, regardless of aisle.