House Bill 2191, sponsored by Jones J, introduces the Tennessee Agriculture Recovery and Investment in Family Farm (TARIFF) Relief Act, aimed at providing financial assistance to family farmers in Tennessee. The bill establishes a new section in the Tennessee Code Annotated, creating the TARIFF relief fund, which will consist of grants, appropriations, and other funds, including a proposed transfer of $130 million from the revenue fluctuation reserve in fiscal year 2026-2027. The fund is intended to support family farmers who have faced high input costs and market losses due to tariffs on agricultural products, equipment, and machinery, with grants of up to $10,000 available to eligible applicants.

The bill outlines the definitions of "family farmer" and "farm," establishes the fund's management and investment requirements, and mandates that any unspent funds be returned to the revenue fluctuation reserve by June 30, 2027. It also includes provisions for the development of an application process for grant funds, eligibility requirements, and the establishment of rules to ensure proper fund usage. Additionally, it imposes penalties under the False Claims Act for fraudulent claims related to the grants. The act will take effect upon becoming law.