The U.S. House of Representatives has passed H.R. 4550, which is legislation that reauthorizes the U.S. Grain Standards Act. The legislation reauthorizes critical inspection and weighing services scheduled to expire Sept. 30. It also incorporates several provisions that would enhance efficiency and transparency at the Federal Grain Inspection Service, including measures to promote the use of new technology. Additionally, H.R. 4550 modifies the types of activities subject to the annual user fee cap set by Congress, which will expand resources available for official grading and inspection services.