The Farm Bill is a package of legislation passed roughly once every five years that has a tremendous impact on farmers' livelihoods, how food is grown, and what kinds of food are grown. According to Hunger Solutions New York, millions of New Yorkers rely on Farm Bill nutrition programs like SNAP to access healthy food to feed themselves and their families. When it comes to Rural Minds' mission, Winton says the bill could've improved access to mental health resources in rural areas and broadband internet as well. WATCH: Stalled Farm Bill leaves local farmers to deal with uncertainty amid rising costsStalled Farm Bill leaves local farmers to deal with uncertainty amid rising costs22.3 percent of Americans in rural areas and 27.7 percent of Americans in Tribal lands lack coverage from fixed terrestrial 25/3 Mbps broadband, as compared to only 1.5 percent of Americans in urban areas, according to a recent report by the Federal Communications Commission. Existing set-asides and priorities tied to the expiring 2018 Farm Bill authorities face uncertainty after September 30, 2026, unless extended through short-term continuing resolutions or other legislation.