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Financial assistance up to $500,000 is available for farmers and ranchers who experienced discrimination in USDA farm loan programs before 2021.
ClosedUnited States-wideClaim status: Closed on January 17, 2024Payout: Varies up to $500,000No longer claimable
About this settlement
Compensation for discrimination experienced in USDA farm loan programs before 2021.
This settlement provides financial assistance authorized by the Inflation Reduction Act for farmers and ranchers who faced discrimination in USDA farm loan programs administered by the Farm Service Agency before January 1, 2021. Eligible individuals and current debtors with assigned USDA farm loan debt may receive payments up to $500,000.
Who qualifies
- Individuals who experienced discrimination by USDA in farm loan programs before January 1, 2021.
- Current debtors with assigned or assumed USDA farm loan debt subject to discrimination before January 1, 2021.
Varies up to $500,000
Claim status: Closed on January 17, 2024