End All Foreign and Domestic Food and Farming Subsidies

This policy aims to eliminate government intervention in the agricultural sector by discontinuing all forms of food and farming subsidies. It is designed to promote free-market principles, enhance competition, reduce government spending, and respect individual property rights. Clear definitions and enforcement mechanisms are included to ensure full legal compliance and minimize ambiguity.

Policy Directive:

  1. Effective Date:
    All federal and state subsidies for agriculture and food production will be discontinued within 12 months of this policy’s enactment.

  2. Scope:
    This policy applies to any entity, foreign or domestic, receiving U.S. government-provided financial assistance related to agricultural or food production activities. The entities affected include but are not limited to:

    • Domestic and foreign farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses
    • Public and private higher educational institutions
    • Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
    • Military programs related to agriculture or food production
    • Retail and wholesale organizations
    • Import and export agencies
    • Research agencies and institutions
    • Foreign governments and foreign entities
    • International organizations, including but not limited to:
      • Organizations associated with the United Nations, World Economic Forum, World Health Organization, and European Union
      • Similar global organizations or agencies that receive support from multiple governments, operate internationally, and engage in agricultural, environmental, or food-related activities, whether government-funded, privately funded, publicly funded, for-profit, or non-profit

Clarification:
This policy applies exclusively to financial assistance provided by the U.S. government. Private or non-governmental funding sources are unaffected.

  1. Definitions:

    • Subsidy: Any form of financial assistance, including direct payments, crop insurance, price support programs, or tax incentives.
    • Agriculture: All forms of farming, ranching, and food production, including crops, livestock, dairy, fisheries, and forestry.
    • Similar Global Organizations: Any organization operating internationally, funded by multiple governments or international coalitions, and engaging in agricultural, environmental, or food-related activities.
  2. Phase-Out Process:

    • Year 1: All new subsidy programs will cease immediately. Existing subsidy programs will be scaled down by 50%.
    • Year 2: All remaining subsidy programs will be fully eliminated.
  3. Exceptions:
    No exceptions will be made for specific agricultural sectors or regions. However, disaster relief unrelated to market conditions (such as natural disasters) may be handled under separate emergency management policies.

  4. Emergency Relief Clarification:
    Disaster relief unrelated to market conditions (such as natural disasters) may be handled under separate emergency management policies. These relief efforts must adhere to the following guidelines:

    • Emergency Duration:
      • The declaration of an emergency must specify a clear start and end date, with the total duration not exceeding 9 months (270 days).
      • Extensions beyond the 270-day limit are prohibited, ensuring that relief efforts remain focused on immediate recovery without becoming a permanent subsidy.
        -Termination of Relief:
      • Once the specified end date is reached, all forms of financial relief under the declared emergency will automatically cease, with no option for renewal or extension under this policy.
      • New emergency declarations, if necessary, must be based on separate, distinct events and comply with the same time-limited requirements.
  5. Legal Considerations:

    • All contractual obligations for subsidies existing before the effective date will be honored until the end of their term, but no new contracts may be entered into after the policy’s effective date.
    • State-level programs that offer subsidies must align with this policy within the same time frame.
  6. Accountability and Oversight:
    Independent citizen agencies will be established to audit the USDA and ensure it is fulfilling its duties in phasing out subsidies and adhering to emergency management policies. These agencies will operate with full access to necessary USDA records and activities to ensure transparency and compliance.

    • Audit Scope:
      • Audits will be conducted regularly, with findings reported to Congress and the public to ensure accountability.
      • These agencies will have the authority to investigate any claims of negligence, corruption, or failure to fulfill duties within the USDA.
    • Consequences of Non-Compliance:
      • Any USDA officials, including senior management, found guilty of negligence, corruption, or failure to perform their duties will face immediate termination of employment.
      • Legal consequences, including imprisonment, will apply to those responsible for misconduct.
      • The chain of command overseeing the responsible parties will also face termination of employment, including the loss of pensions and benefits, to prevent systemic failures.
  7. Enforcement:
    The Department of Agriculture will be responsible for ensuring compliance, reporting regularly to Congress on the phase-out process, and redirecting efforts toward deregulated, market-based initiatives. Independent audits will support this effort by ensuring transparency and accountability at every level. Compliance with foreign or international organizations receiving U.S. funding will be monitored, and continued U.S. funding will be conditioned on adherence to this policy.

  8. Mitigation of Loopholes:
    To prevent circumvention of this policy, any attempt by entities to seek indirect financial assistance through reclassification or the use of intermediaries to obscure subsidy receipt is strictly prohibited. Any entity found attempting to use loopholes to continue receiving government financial assistance will face immediate termination of eligibility for any future government funding and potential legal consequences.

  9. Prohibition on Lobbying to Amend or Overturn Policy:
    Any efforts by foreign or domestic entities to lobby, influence, or advocate for changes, amendments, or the repeal of this policy are strictly prohibited. Violations of this prohibition will result in legal action against the lobbying parties, including fines and penalties, as well as disqualification from any future government funding or contracts. Government officials found engaging in such lobbying efforts will face disciplinary measures, including termination and loss of benefits.

Repeal of Existing Laws:
All laws, regulations, and programs supporting food and farming subsidies, including the Farm Bill and similar state-level legislation, will be repealed or amended to comply with this policy.

Conclusion:
This policy will end government interference in agricultural markets, promoting increased innovation, competition, and efficiency. It will reduce the federal deficit and align with principles of minimal government intervention in the economy, while ensuring transparency and accountability through independent oversight. Enforcement mechanisms and clear definitions are designed to ensure that the policy is legally sound and enforceable across domestic and international entities. The policy explicitly prevents efforts to undermine or circumvent its implementation, ensuring its long-term effectiveness.

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This would put agriculture sector back to being profitable again.

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I agree whole heartedly but I am for no subsidies for anything. Either a business can survive on it’s own merit and need or it fails. No solar, No housing, No anything. That is why we have the SBA and business loans.

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[I concur with ending all FOREIGN subsidies.]

Hello, while not directly related I think our proposal will still resonate with you.

Please vote to bring awareness to this serious issue.