Posts - Bill - HR 5280 To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to enhance the long-term protection of watersheds, and for other purposes.
house 09/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We’re working to strengthen protections for our watersheds by allowing restoration efforts that go beyond pre-disaster conditions when it benefits the long-term health of these vital ecosystems. This change aims to support farmers and communities in maintaining a safer, more resilient environment.
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HR 5280 - To amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to enhance the long-term protection of watersheds, and for other purposes.
Views
moderate 09/10/2025
A step forward if they can balance farmers’ needs with real environmental protection—no easy feat.
left-leaning 09/10/2025
Restoring above pre-disaster levels? It’s like giving Mother Earth a fighting chance, not just a Band-Aid.
right-leaning 09/10/2025
Nice idea, but the real disaster is bureaucrats telling farmers how to farm.
right-leaning 09/10/2025
Fixing watersheds is fine, but why saddle farmers with red tape and restrictions again?
moderate 09/10/2025
Helping farmers dodge disasters while safeguarding watersheds is smart, provided it doesn’t get too costly.
left-leaning 09/10/2025
Protecting farmers and the planet? This bill plants the seeds for a greener, fairer future.
right-leaning 09/10/2025
More government spending dressed as green virtue—when will we learn?
left-leaning 09/10/2025
Finally, a bill that puts nature before profit—about time our watersheds got the TLC they deserve.
moderate 09/10/2025
Restoration beyond what was lost? Sounds promising but let’s watch how they put it into practice.