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Oct. 25, 2019 Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill to Protect America's Domestic Food Supply and Agricultural Industries Sen. Gary Peters, ...
Oct. 24, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, United States Secretary of Agriculture - Courtney, Welch lead New England delegation letter in defense of family dairy farms Rep. Chellie Pingree, ...
Oct. 24, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations - Wexton Leads Letter Urging House and Senate Appropriators to Block Funding for Relocation of USDA Research Agencies Rep. Eleanor Norton, ...
Oct. 24, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative - Rep. Austin Scott Leads Bipartisan Push to Lower India's Tariffs on U.S. Pecans Rep. Buddy Carter, ...
Oct. 24, 2019 Wicker Urges Support for USMCA Trade Agreement Sen. Roger Wicker
Oct. 24, 2019 Ernst's Bill Wins Mental Health Support and Resources for Iowa Agriculture Sen. Joni Ernst
Oct. 23, 2019 Following push from Merkley, Senate Democrats, Inspector General opens investigation into suppression of science at USDA Sen. Jeff Merkley, ...
Oct. 23, 2019 Providing for Congressional Disapproval Under Chapter 8 of Title United States Code, of the Rule Submitted By the Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury, Relating to ``Contributions in Exchange for State or Local Tax Credits'' Sen. John Hoeven
Oct. 23, 2019 Providing for Congressional Disapproval Under Chapter 8 of Title United States Code, of the Rule Submitted By the Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury, Relating to ``Contributions in Exchange for State or Local Tax Credits'' Sen. Jeff Merkley
Oct. 23, 2019 Recognizing the Cottondale High School Future Farmers of America Chapter Rep. Neal Dunn
Oct. 23, 2019 Johnson Statement on House Energy and Commerce Hearing on EPA Refinery Exemptions Rep. Dusty Johnson
Oct. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Lisa R. Barton, Secretary to the Commission, U.S. International Trade Commission - Sinema Urges Protections for Arizona's Tomato Imports Rep. David Schweikert, ...
Oct. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture - Dingell: USDA proposed rule to limit access to food assistance programs undermines veterans and children in Michigan Rep. Debbie Dingell
Oct. 23, 2019 Blackburn, Hawley Introduce Bill to Move Most Federal Agencies Out of D.C. Sen. Marsha Blackburn
Oct. 22, 2019 Chairman Costa statement following roundtable with USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service leaders Rep. Jim Costa
Oct. 22, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kathy Castor, Chairwoman of the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis and the Hon. Garret Graves, Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis - Need to Include Farmers' Needs in Environmental Solutions Rep. Josh Harder
Oct. 22, 2019 Young Calls for Passage of USMCA Trade Deal Sen. Todd Young
Oct. 21, 2019 Congressman Joe Morelle Calls on Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to Take Action to Ensure Safety of Baby Food Rep. Joe Morelle
Oct. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Since we passed the #FarmBill--which included legislation I fought for to legalize industrial hemp--I've been hearing from many #Iowa farmers on my #99CountyTour about their interest in growing hemp to diversify their crops." Sen. Joni Ernst
Oct. 21, 2019 Cheney Joins Johnson, Lucas To Introduce The Livestock Risk Management And Education Act Rep. Frank Lucas, ...
Oct. 21, 2019 Gov. Ricketts Cuts Ribbon at Costco Poultry Plant Sen. Pete Ricketts
Oct. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Farmers & ranchers had some good news on the trade front in recent weeks with the signing of a trade deal with Japan, but we still have more work to do to expand markets. We should start by passing #USMCA." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 20, 2019 Schumer urges FDA to investigate new report showing medley of toxic metals in baby foods; Feds have not moved to set regs that would force industry to address exposures & alleviate concerns for health of our youngest; parents are rightfully anxious Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 20, 2019 Tweet - "The FDA must investigate the new report detailing the presence of toxic metals in a wide variety of baby foods. We need new regulations to force the industry to address exposures and alleviate concerns for the health of our youngest Americans." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 19, 2019 Tweet - "One of the biggest challenges facing farmers on the trade front right now is uncertainty about what world markets will look like going forward. #USMCA will give farmers & ranchers clarity about our trade future with two key trading partners. It's past time to pass #USMCA." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 18, 2019 Hyde-Smith Presses USDA On Environmental Reviews For Okhissa Lake Transfer Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith
Oct. 18, 2019 Congressman Joe Morelle, Foodlink Condemn Proposed Cuts to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Rep. Joe Morelle
Oct. 18, 2019 Recognizing the Importance of School Lunch Programs in Our Nation Rep. Jamie Comer
Oct. 17, 2019 Hearing of the Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research Subcommittee of the House Committee on Agriculture - Opening Statements of Rep. Plaskett, Hearing on Review Implementation of USDA Farm Bill Research Programs Rep. Stacey Plaskett
Oct. 17, 2019 Letter to Norman Sharpless, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Reps. Soto, Schweikert Applaud U.S.F.D.A Food Safety Efforts Rep. David Schweikert, ...
Oct. 17, 2019 Dunn, Conaway: USDA Research Developments Remain Top Priority Rep. Neal Dunn, ...
Oct. 17, 2019 Bustos, Schrier, Panetta Introduce Bill to Increase Agricultural Research Funding Rep. Jimmy Panetta, ...
Oct. 17, 2019 National Farm to School Month Rep. GT Thompson
Oct. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Great to see @RepCheri introduce the House companion to my America Grows Act. Our bill would ensure USDA has the robust federal funding it needs to make breakthroughs and foster innovation that keeps America competitive in the global marketplace." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 17, 2019 Following his push, Schumer announces agriculture appropriations bill includes a vital provision to update unfair protein crediting system, making greek yogurt more economical in national school meal programs & supporting dairy industry Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 17, 2019 Hearing of the Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research Subcommittee of the House Committee on Agriculture - Opening Statements of Rep. Dunn, Hearing on Review Implementation of USDA Farm Bill Research Programs Rep. Neal Dunn, ...
Oct. 17, 2019 300th Anniversary of Garretson Forge and Farm Rep. Josh Gottheimer
Oct. 17, 2019 Bonamici, Takano Champion Effort to Connect Food Insecure College Students with SNAP Benefits Rep. Mark Takano, ...
Oct. 17, 2019 From-State-AG-Departments-to-Congress:-Our-Farmers-Need-the-USMCA Rep. Jamie Comer
Oct. 16, 2019 Boozman Joins Colleagues to Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Celebrating World Food Day Sen. Chris Coons, ...
Oct. 16, 2019 Chairman Costa statement following briefing from USTR Ambassador Doud Rep. Jim Costa
Oct. 16, 2019 Letter to Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, Hon. Mike R. Pence, Vice President of the United States - Young Leads Indiana Delegation on Letter Defending Indiana Salmon, Hoosier Jobs Rep. Jim Baird, ...
Oct. 16, 2019 Letter to Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Senator Fischer Speaks on the Importance of USMCA Sen. Deb Fischer
Oct. 16, 2019 Rep. Susie Lee Fights for Nevada Students' Access to School Lunches Rep. Susie Lee
Oct. 16, 2019 Chairman Costa statement following briefing from USTR Ambassador Doud Rep. Jim Costa
Oct. 16, 2019 ICYMI: In Visits Across Clark, Kitsap, and King Counties, Senator Murray Highlights Her Work to Fight for Families, Veterans, and Patients Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 16, 2019 Hearing of the Civil Rights and Human Services Subcommittee of the House Education and Labor Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Comer, Hearing on USDA Rule to Increase Accountability Rep. Jamie Comer
Oct. 16, 2019 Tweet - "House Dems strongly oppose the Trump Admin's proposal to put a million students at risk of losing access to school meals, which would have a detrimental impact on their health and ability to learn. We will fight to protect nutrition assistance that helps prevent child hunger." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 16, 2019 Johnson: Not One Child Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 16, 2019 Sen. Moran Joins Senate Colleagues to Introduce Resolution Celebrating World Food Day Sen. John Boozman, ...
Date Title Politician
Oct. 25, 2019 Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill to Protect America's Domestic Food Supply and Agricultural Industries Sen.Gary Peters, ...
Oct. 24, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, United States Secretary of Agriculture - Courtney, Welch lead New England delegation letter in defense of family dairy farms Rep.Chellie Pingree, ...
Oct. 24, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations - Wexton Leads Letter Urging House and Senate Appropriators to Block Funding for Relocation of USDA Research Agencies Rep.Eleanor Norton, ...
Oct. 24, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative - Rep. Austin Scott Leads Bipartisan Push to Lower India's Tariffs on U.S. Pecans Rep.Buddy Carter, ...
Oct. 24, 2019 Wicker Urges Support for USMCA Trade Agreement Sen.Roger Wicker
Oct. 24, 2019 Ernst's Bill Wins Mental Health Support and Resources for Iowa Agriculture Sen.Joni Ernst
Oct. 23, 2019 Following push from Merkley, Senate Democrats, Inspector General opens investigation into suppression of science at USDA Sen.Jeff Merkley, ...
Oct. 23, 2019 Providing for Congressional Disapproval Under Chapter 8 of Title United States Code, of the Rule Submitted By the Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury, Relating to ``Contributions in Exchange for State or Local Tax Credits'' Sen.John Hoeven
Oct. 23, 2019 Providing for Congressional Disapproval Under Chapter 8 of Title United States Code, of the Rule Submitted By the Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury, Relating to ``Contributions in Exchange for State or Local Tax Credits'' Sen.Jeff Merkley
Oct. 23, 2019 Recognizing the Cottondale High School Future Farmers of America Chapter Rep.Neal Dunn
Oct. 23, 2019 Johnson Statement on House Energy and Commerce Hearing on EPA Refinery Exemptions Rep.Dusty Johnson
Oct. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Lisa R. Barton, Secretary to the Commission, U.S. International Trade Commission - Sinema Urges Protections for Arizona's Tomato Imports Rep.David Schweikert, ...
Oct. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture - Dingell: USDA proposed rule to limit access to food assistance programs undermines veterans and children in Michigan Rep.Debbie Dingell
Oct. 23, 2019 Blackburn, Hawley Introduce Bill to Move Most Federal Agencies Out of D.C. Sen.Marsha Blackburn
Oct. 22, 2019 Chairman Costa statement following roundtable with USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service leaders Rep.Jim Costa
Oct. 22, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kathy Castor, Chairwoman of the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis and the Hon. Garret Graves, Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis - Need to Include Farmers' Needs in Environmental Solutions Rep.Josh Harder
Oct. 22, 2019 Young Calls for Passage of USMCA Trade Deal Sen.Todd Young
Oct. 21, 2019 Congressman Joe Morelle Calls on Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to Take Action to Ensure Safety of Baby Food Rep.Joe Morelle
Oct. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Since we passed the #FarmBill--which included legislation I fought for to legalize industrial hemp--I've been hearing from many #Iowa farmers on my #99CountyTour about their interest in growing hemp to diversify their crops." Sen.Joni Ernst
Oct. 21, 2019 Cheney Joins Johnson, Lucas To Introduce The Livestock Risk Management And Education Act Rep.Frank Lucas, ...
Oct. 21, 2019 Gov. Ricketts Cuts Ribbon at Costco Poultry Plant Sen.Pete Ricketts
Oct. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Farmers & ranchers had some good news on the trade front in recent weeks with the signing of a trade deal with Japan, but we still have more work to do to expand markets. We should start by passing #USMCA." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 20, 2019 Schumer urges FDA to investigate new report showing medley of toxic metals in baby foods; Feds have not moved to set regs that would force industry to address exposures & alleviate concerns for health of our youngest; parents are rightfully anxious Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 20, 2019 Tweet - "The FDA must investigate the new report detailing the presence of toxic metals in a wide variety of baby foods. We need new regulations to force the industry to address exposures and alleviate concerns for the health of our youngest Americans." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 19, 2019 Tweet - "One of the biggest challenges facing farmers on the trade front right now is uncertainty about what world markets will look like going forward. #USMCA will give farmers & ranchers clarity about our trade future with two key trading partners. It's past time to pass #USMCA." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 18, 2019 Hyde-Smith Presses USDA On Environmental Reviews For Okhissa Lake Transfer Sen.Cindy Hyde-Smith
Oct. 18, 2019 Congressman Joe Morelle, Foodlink Condemn Proposed Cuts to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Rep.Joe Morelle
Oct. 18, 2019 Recognizing the Importance of School Lunch Programs in Our Nation Rep.Jamie Comer
Oct. 17, 2019 Hearing of the Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research Subcommittee of the House Committee on Agriculture - Opening Statements of Rep. Plaskett, Hearing on Review Implementation of USDA Farm Bill Research Programs Rep.Stacey Plaskett
Oct. 17, 2019 Letter to Norman Sharpless, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Reps. Soto, Schweikert Applaud U.S.F.D.A Food Safety Efforts Rep.David Schweikert, ...
Oct. 17, 2019 Dunn, Conaway: USDA Research Developments Remain Top Priority Rep.Neal Dunn, ...
Oct. 17, 2019 Bustos, Schrier, Panetta Introduce Bill to Increase Agricultural Research Funding Rep.Jimmy Panetta, ...
Oct. 17, 2019 National Farm to School Month Rep.GT Thompson
Oct. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Great to see @RepCheri introduce the House companion to my America Grows Act. Our bill would ensure USDA has the robust federal funding it needs to make breakthroughs and foster innovation that keeps America competitive in the global marketplace." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 17, 2019 Following his push, Schumer announces agriculture appropriations bill includes a vital provision to update unfair protein crediting system, making greek yogurt more economical in national school meal programs & supporting dairy industry Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 17, 2019 Hearing of the Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research Subcommittee of the House Committee on Agriculture - Opening Statements of Rep. Dunn, Hearing on Review Implementation of USDA Farm Bill Research Programs Rep.Neal Dunn, ...
Oct. 17, 2019 300th Anniversary of Garretson Forge and Farm Rep.Josh Gottheimer
Oct. 17, 2019 Bonamici, Takano Champion Effort to Connect Food Insecure College Students with SNAP Benefits Rep.Mark Takano, ...
Oct. 17, 2019 From-State-AG-Departments-to-Congress:-Our-Farmers-Need-the-USMCA Rep.Jamie Comer
Oct. 16, 2019 Boozman Joins Colleagues to Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Celebrating World Food Day Sen.Chris Coons, ...
Oct. 16, 2019 Chairman Costa statement following briefing from USTR Ambassador Doud Rep.Jim Costa
Oct. 16, 2019 Letter to Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, Hon. Mike R. Pence, Vice President of the United States - Young Leads Indiana Delegation on Letter Defending Indiana Salmon, Hoosier Jobs Rep.Jim Baird, ...
Oct. 16, 2019 Letter to Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Senator Fischer Speaks on the Importance of USMCA Sen.Deb Fischer
Oct. 16, 2019 Rep. Susie Lee Fights for Nevada Students' Access to School Lunches Rep.Susie Lee
Oct. 16, 2019 Chairman Costa statement following briefing from USTR Ambassador Doud Rep.Jim Costa
Oct. 16, 2019 ICYMI: In Visits Across Clark, Kitsap, and King Counties, Senator Murray Highlights Her Work to Fight for Families, Veterans, and Patients Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 16, 2019 Hearing of the Civil Rights and Human Services Subcommittee of the House Education and Labor Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Comer, Hearing on USDA Rule to Increase Accountability Rep.Jamie Comer
Oct. 16, 2019 Tweet - "House Dems strongly oppose the Trump Admin's proposal to put a million students at risk of losing access to school meals, which would have a detrimental impact on their health and ability to learn. We will fight to protect nutrition assistance that helps prevent child hunger." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 16, 2019 Johnson: Not One Child Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 16, 2019 Sen. Moran Joins Senate Colleagues to Introduce Resolution Celebrating World Food Day Sen.John Boozman, ...
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