Spotted Lanternfly Research and Development Act

S. 5200 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Jul 30, 2026, sponsored by John Fetterman with 5 co-sponsors.

During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Introduced
Introduced: Jul 30, 2026
Co-sponsors: 5
Policy area: Agriculture and Food

What it does

Spotted Lanternfly Research and Development Act This bill includes combatting the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) as a Department of Agriculture (USDA) high-priority research and extension area and reauthorizes other USDA research and extension initiatives.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

John Fetterman (D-PA). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 1 Republican.

Where it stands

IntroducedJul 30, 2026
Passed the Senate—
Passed the House—
Sent to the President—
Became law—

Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (Jul 30, 2026)

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Committees

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee

From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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