2008 Farm Bill
The measure we commonly call the "farm bill" is the single most important piece of legislation for improving the quality of life and economic vitality of our rural communities. It is also a food, agriculture, conservation, and energy bill that is of critical importance to every American and which has very significant consequences and ramifications around the globe.
Final Public Law of the 2008 Farm Bill (P.L. 110-246)
Final Score of the 2008 Farm Bill from the Congressional Budget Office
After the House and Senate both pass versions of legislation, the differences in the two versions are resolved by a conference committee. The documents below explain the changes made in the conference committee process during the 2008 Farm Bill negotiations:
