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Latest Advocacy Updates - June 19, 2026

Williamson Act Bill Returns as Negotiations Continue

Assembly Bill 1156, which would expand opportunities for certain Williamson Act lands to be converted to solar-use easements, has been reactivated and is expected to be amended in the state Senate. Farm Bureau remains engaged in negotiations and is prepared to activate members if further advocacy is needed.

Croplife Amicus Curiae Letter: Attorney's Fees Liability

California Farm Bureau filed an amicus curiae letter with the California Supreme Court supporting CropLife's appeal in a case that could expand attorney's fee liability for nonprofit organizations participating in litigation. The case has significant implications for Farm Bureau's ability to advocate on behalf of members without facing substantial financial risk.

New Guidance Could Open H-2A Program to Dairy Industry

The federal government has issued new guidance allowing dairy operations to participate in the H-2A guestworker program, ending a longstanding exclusion based on the year-round nature of dairy work. Additional implementation details are still pending.

State Water Board Releases Revised Dairy Order

The California State Water Resources Control Board has released a revised draft dairy order for the Central Valley that would impose new requirements on nitrogen management, groundwater protection and drinking water replacement. A workshop is scheduled for July 8, comments are due July 30, and adoption is expected to be considered in September.

$34 Million Available for Dairy Plus Projects

The California Department of Food and Agriculture has made available $34 million in Dairy Plus funding to support advanced manure management projects that deliver environmental benefits. Applications are due Sept. 14 and are available to eligible dairy producers statewide.