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Williams Votes To Support Rural America

Statement

Date: June 21, 2018
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Entitlements and the Safety Net Agriculture and Food

Congressman Roger Williams (R -- Austin), released the following statement after the House voted to pass H.R. 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act:

"This afternoon, I voted "yes' on behalf of Texas farmers and ranchers who are the foundation of our agricultural system in the United States, and around the world. Though I recognize the importance of this legislation for our country, this is a missed opportunity. The well-being of our farmers should not be hitched to a welfare program that has grown unchecked for far too long. The entitlement reforms authorized in this bill are a good start, but we must continue to address cost-laden programs that discourage putting Americans back to work."


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