Increasing Land Access, Security, and Opportunities Act

S 2340 establishes the Increasing Land, Capital, and Market Access Program within the USDA to help historically underserved farmers, ranchers, and forest owners - including Tribal communities, young farmers, and those in high-poverty areas - access land and resources. The program provides grants and direct assistance for land acquisition, down payment support, clearing heirs' property titles, technical training, and infrastructure improvements to strengthen farm viability. Funded at $100 million annually for 2024-2028, it prioritizes projects that prevent land loss, connect underserved groups to land, and support long-term agricultural sustainability through mechanisms like deed restrictions and language-accessible services. The program requires projects to directly serve eligible beneficiaries and includes strict evaluation criteria for funding distribution.