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US HB2084
Bill
Status
3/11/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mike Thompson
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AI Summary
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Directs the Agricultural Research Service to identify compounds responsible for wildfire smoke exposure in wine grapes and establish standard testing methodologies, including fast and inexpensive screening methods
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Requires creation of a database documenting background levels of smoke exposure compounds that naturally occur in wine grapes
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Mandates development of risk assessment tools and mitigation methods to reduce or eliminate smoke damage, including study of protective barrier compounds
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Research must be coordinated with land-grant universities in California, Oregon, and Washington that have existing viticulture and enology smoke exposure research programs
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Authorizes $6,500,000 annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030, with funds remaining available until expended
Legislative Description
Smoke Exposure Research Act of 2025
Agriculture and food
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.
4/4/2025