This bill proposes appropriations for the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with a gross appropriation of $159,460,600 allocated to various programs such as food safety, animal health, and agricultural development. It emphasizes the use of Michigan-made goods and services, particularly from veteran-owned and unionized businesses, and ensures that employees can communicate with legislative members without fear of disciplinary action. The bill also mandates detailed reporting on travel expenses and prohibits state agencies from using appropriated funds for legal services outside of specific exceptions. Additionally, it introduces contingency appropriations and requires departments to maintain a public website for fiscal transparency.

Furthermore, the bill establishes new regulations for grant recipients, including restrictions on expenditures outside the project purpose and a claw-back provision for misused funds. It allocates funds for animal disease monitoring and sustainable agricultural practices, while promoting a food and agriculture investment program that prioritizes socially disadvantaged groups and small businesses. The bill also outlines responsibilities for managing various agricultural initiatives, including the double up food bucks program, and requires collaboration with the Department of Health and Human Services. Lastly, it includes provisions for reporting on agricultural initiatives and establishes a grant program for county fairs, emphasizing the importance of timely processing of tax credits related to farmland preservation.