Protecting Agricultural Borrower Information Act

# Protecting Agricultural Borrower Information Act (HR 5150) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to protect the privacy and personal information of farmers and agricultural borrowers who work with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). While specific details aren't provided in the available information, bills with this title typically establish stronger safeguards for sensitive agricultural loan data, requiring the USDA to implement better security measures and limit how borrower information can be collected, stored, and shared. **Who It Affects** The bill would directly impact farmers and agricultural businesses that borrow money through USDA lending programs.

It would also affect the USDA itself, which would need to comply with any new privacy standards established by the legislation. **Current Status** As of now, HR 5150 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative McClain Delaney (D-MD) in the 119th Congress. To become law, it would need to pass committee review, receive approval from the full House, pass the Senate, and be signed by the President.