The Illinois Farm Bureau issued an action request Tuesday encouraging members to contact their U.S. House representatives in support of the upcoming farm bill. The House is expected to take up the proposed Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 later this week. Farmers have been operating without the certainty of an updated farm bill since 2023, adding urgency to the measure. House Republican leaders advanced the legislation by clearing a procedural rule following a lengthy Rules Committee hearing on Tuesday, paving the way for a full House vote. The Illinois Farm Bureau says its action request will remain open until the bill is brought before the House for a vote. Members are encouraged to participate by reaching out to lawmakers and voicing their support for the legislation. More information and access to the action request is available online.