What This Bill Does · Plain English
Summary · Congress.gov
Spotted Wing Abatement Trust Act of 2026 or the SWAT Act of 2026 This bill directs the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to establish a fund for research relating to, and activities to mitigate the negative effects of, spotted wing drosophila. Spotted wing drosophila is an invasive species of insect from East Asia that has caused significant damage to unripe berry and stone fruit crops in the United States, including raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, peaches, plums, and cherries.
Action Timeline
2026-07-27
Introduced in House
2026-07-27
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
2026-07-27
Introduced in House
Frequently Asked Questions
Did HR.9976 pass?
HR.9976 is still alive. Current stage: COMMITTEE. Pass likelihood: pending.
What does HR.9976 do?
Spotted Wing Abatement Trust Act of 2026 or the SWAT Act of 2026 This bill directs the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to establish a fund for research relating to, and activities to mitigate the negative effects of, spotted wing drosophila. Spotted wing drosophila is an invasive species of insect from East Asia that has caused significant damage to unripe berry and stone fruit crops in the United States, including raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, peaches, plums, and cherries.
Who sponsored HR.9976?
HR.9976 was sponsored by David G. Valadao (R-California).
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