HR 7475

Expedited Guaranteed Lender Pilot Program Act

Summary

Expedited Guaranteed Lender Pilot Program Act This bill establishes a pilot program for an expedited qualification and approval process for eligible Department of Agriculture (USDA) bridge loans. Under a new pilot program, USDA must streamline the application review process for borrowers seeking USDA guaranteed bridge loans that are serviced by a Preferred Certified Lender. Specifically, USDA must consider streamlining the process for (1) certifying eligibility and reviewing financial information, and (2) making determinations regarding the farming plan and financial situation of an applicant. The pilot program expires on September 30, 2031.

Bill status

Status
In committee
Sponsor
Rep. Austin Scott [R-GA-8]
Cosponsors
0
Policy area
Agriculture and Food
Introduced
2026-02-10
Latest action
2026-03-20: Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.

Committee referrals

Recent actions

  • 2026-03-20: Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.
  • 2026-02-10: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
  • 2026-02-10: Introduced in House
  • 2026-02-10: Introduced in House