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Nov. 27, 2019
Tweet - "Honored to be named @WholeFoodsMag 2019 Person of the Year. I was recognized as the most influential person in the natural products industry, specifically because of my work to legalize industrial #hemp for farmers in Kentucky and around the country. http://bit.ly/2XBx30F"
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Nov. 22, 2019
Congressman Panetta Responds to Reports of E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Romaine Lettuce
Rep. Jimmy Panetta
Nov. 21, 2019
Letter to Admiral Brett Giroir, MD, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Duckworth Leads Colleagues in Sending Letter to FDA About Heavy Metals in Baby Food
Sen. Jacky Rosen, ...
Nov. 19, 2019
As Families Prepare For Thanksgiving Dinner, Gillibrand Announces New Legislation To Help Improve Food Safety
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 19, 2019
Garamendi Applauds Agreement with South Korea for American-grown Rice
Rep. John Garamendi
Nov. 18, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Massachusetts Congressional Delegation Pushes Back on Trump Administration's Proposed SNAP Cuts
Rep. Lori Trahan, ...
Nov. 14, 2019
Womack Statement on Arkansas Poultry Farmers Regaining Access to China
Rep. Steve Womack
Nov. 14, 2019
Letter to Federica Mogherini, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission - Reps. Zeldin, Wasserman-Schultz Condemn Anti-Israel EU Food Labeling Ruling
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, ...
Nov. 14, 2019
Schumer statement on groundbreaking of first-ever food business incubator in Rochester; project set to spur 100 new jobs & anchor downtown Rochester revitalization
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019
Johnson Supports Real MEAT Bill to Fight Imitation Meat Labeling
Rep. Dusty Johnson
Nov. 1, 2019
Only U.S. Beef Should be Labeled as a "Product of the U.S.A."
Sen. Mike Rounds
Oct. 31, 2019
Cortez Masto, Lankford Applaud Senate Passage of Amendment to Study Food Access on Tribal Lands
Sen. James Lankford, ...
Oct. 28, 2019
Cortez Masto Introduces Amendment to Study Food Access on Tribal Lands
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
Oct. 28, 2019
Rep. Marshall Introcudes Real MEAT Act
Sen. Roger Marshall, ...
Oct. 26, 2019
Tweet - "A bipartisan bill I proudly support passed the Senate unanimously this week! We currently have a shortage of ag inspectors to protect our nation's food supply, but w/our bill we're changing that. This is good news for #Iowans, & folks across the country. https://www.agriculture.senate.gov/newsroom/rep/press/release/senate-passes-bipartisan-bill-to-protect-americas-domestic-food-supply-and-agricultural-industries "
Sen. Joni Ernst
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. 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. 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. Darren Soto, ...
Oct. 16, 2019
Sen. Moran Joins Senate Colleagues to Introduce Resolution Celebrating World Food Day
Sen. John Boozman, ...
Oct. 1, 2019
Bipartisan, Bicameral Members Introduce Fair Sugar Policy Act
Rep. Virginia Foxx, ...
Oct. 1, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Mary Ryan, Acting Admin. of the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau - Schumer reveals: Southern Tier wineries are missing out on hot new canned wine trend & barrels of business due to onerous can-size limits; senator calls on Feds to cut through bureaucratic red tape & crack open canned wine production in the Southern Tier
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 27, 2019
National Chocolate Milk Day
Rep. GT Thompson
Sept. 26, 2019
Recognizing National Dumpling Day
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Sept. 25, 2019
Tyson Upward Academy
Rep. Bill Huizenga
Sept. 24, 2019
Letter to Hon. George Ervin "Sonny" Perdue III, United States Secretary of Agriculture - As New York Fruit and Vegetable Farmers Struggle With Produce-Pricing Crisis, Gillibrand Calls on USDA to Investigate Why Prices Paid to Farmers Aren't Keeping Up With the Market
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Sept. 19, 2019
Udall, Collins Secure Federal Action to Address Lunch Shaming in Agriculture Funding Bill
Sen. Susan Collins, ...
Sept. 19, 2019
Rep. Angie Craig Announces Bi-Partisan Congressional Caucus to Address Youth Vaping Epidemic
Rep. Angie Craig
Sept. 19, 2019
50+ Members Launch Bipartisan Congressional Caucus to End the Youth Vaping Epidemic
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 13, 2019
Reps. McGovern, Davis Introduce Bill Expanding Student Access to Healthy School Breakfasts
Rep. Jim McGovern, ...
Sept. 11, 2019
Tweet - "It was a sweet treat to talk with Illinois members of @CandyUSA today about the Trump Admin's trade policies, solving the multiemployer pension crisis, and reforms to the U.S. sugar program."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 11, 2019
Raskin Sponsors Bill to Ban Ads for E-Cigarettes and Vaping Devices on TV, Radio
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 10, 2019
Reps. Trone, Wild, Fitzpatrick, Dingell, Bacon Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Children Affected by the Opioid Epidemic Access Free School Meals
Rep. Debbie Dingell, ...
Sept. 10, 2019
Tweet - "For all those in Illinois -- @GarrettPopcorn is celebrating its 70th anniversary by offering 70-cent bags of popcorn all week. Make sure to stop in, get yourself a treat, and celebrate 70 years of the best popcorn in the United States!"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 9, 2019
Responding to Congresswoman Pingree's Request, GAO Releases Food Date Labeling Report
Rep. Chellie Pingree
Aug. 29, 2019
Fischer Statement on USDA Investigation into Market Manipulation Following Tyson Holcomb Plant Fire
Sen. Deb Fischer
Aug. 20, 2019
Aguilar works "Job for a Day" at Anita's Snack Foods in San Bernardino
Rep. Pete Aguilar
Aug. 12, 2019
Marshall Responds to Tyson Foods' Statement Following Plant Fire
Sen. Roger Marshall
Aug. 8, 2019
Senator Collins Visits Valley View Orchard Pies in Oxford
Sen. Susan Collins
Aug. 8, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Rep. Sewell, Sen. Sanders, 130+ Members of Congress Urge Trump Administration to Reverse Food Assistance Rule
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Aug. 7, 2019
Collins, Casey Introduce Bill to Expand Nutrition Assistance for Children and Mothers
Sen. Susan Collins, ...
Aug. 2, 2019
Fischer Statement on U.S.-EU Beef Trade Agreement
Sen. Deb Fischer
Aug. 1, 2019
Pingree, Newhouse Introduce House Bill to Standardize Food Date Labels, Cut Food Waste
Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Aug. 1, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Phyllis Fong, Inspector General of the US Department of Agriculture - Delauro, Merkley Call on USDA Inspector General to Expand Swine Slaughter Inspection Rule Audit
Sen. Jeff Merkley, ...
July 31, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture of the US Department of Agriculture - Merkley, Defazio Lead Oregon Delegation in Push to Reverse Cuts to Food Assistance
Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, ...
July 29, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Chairman Scott to Secretary Perdue: Release Internal Estimates Showing Impact of Proposed Snap Changes on Free School Meals
Rep. Bobby Scott
July 26, 2019
Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Congressman Panetta Leads Democratic California Delegation in Urging Usda to Rescind Proposal to Kick Millions Off of Snap
Rep. Jimmy Panetta
July 25, 2019
Statement from Congressman Joe Morelle on President Trump's Proposal to Cut Snap Benefits
Rep. Joe Morelle
July 24, 2019
Senators McConnell and Paul Introduce Bill to Advance Kentucky's Signature Bourbon Industry
Sen. Mitch McConnell, ...
July 24, 2019
Murphy Statement on Trump Administration's Proposal to Cut Food Stamps for Millions of Americans
Sen. Chris Murphy
July 23, 2019
Conaway, Johnson Praise Trump Administration's Proposed Rule to Curb Abuse of SNAP Eligibility
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Date
Title
Politician
Nov. 27, 2019
Tweet - "Honored to be named @WholeFoodsMag 2019 Person of the Year. I was recognized as the most influential person in the natural products industry, specifically because of my work to legalize industrial #hemp for farmers in Kentucky and around the country. http://bit.ly/2XBx30F"
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Nov. 22, 2019
Congressman Panetta Responds to Reports of E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Romaine Lettuce
Rep.Jimmy Panetta
Nov. 21, 2019
Letter to Admiral Brett Giroir, MD, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Duckworth Leads Colleagues in Sending Letter to FDA About Heavy Metals in Baby Food
Sen.Jacky Rosen, ...
Nov. 19, 2019
As Families Prepare For Thanksgiving Dinner, Gillibrand Announces New Legislation To Help Improve Food Safety
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Nov. 19, 2019
Garamendi Applauds Agreement with South Korea for American-grown Rice
Rep.John Garamendi
Nov. 18, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Massachusetts Congressional Delegation Pushes Back on Trump Administration's Proposed SNAP Cuts
Rep.Lori Trahan, ...
Nov. 14, 2019
Womack Statement on Arkansas Poultry Farmers Regaining Access to China
Rep.Steve Womack
Nov. 14, 2019
Letter to Federica Mogherini, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission - Reps. Zeldin, Wasserman-Schultz Condemn Anti-Israel EU Food Labeling Ruling
Rep.Debbie Wasserman Schultz, ...
Nov. 14, 2019
Schumer statement on groundbreaking of first-ever food business incubator in Rochester; project set to spur 100 new jobs & anchor downtown Rochester revitalization
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Nov. 5, 2019
Johnson Supports Real MEAT Bill to Fight Imitation Meat Labeling
Rep.Dusty Johnson
Nov. 1, 2019
Only U.S. Beef Should be Labeled as a "Product of the U.S.A."
Sen.Mike Rounds
Oct. 31, 2019
Cortez Masto, Lankford Applaud Senate Passage of Amendment to Study Food Access on Tribal Lands
Sen.James Lankford, ...
Oct. 28, 2019
Cortez Masto Introduces Amendment to Study Food Access on Tribal Lands
Sen.Catherine Cortez Masto
Oct. 28, 2019
Rep. Marshall Introcudes Real MEAT Act
Sen.Roger Marshall, ...
Oct. 26, 2019
Tweet - "A bipartisan bill I proudly support passed the Senate unanimously this week! We currently have a shortage of ag inspectors to protect our nation's food supply, but w/our bill we're changing that. This is good news for #Iowans, & folks across the country. https://www.agriculture.senate.gov/newsroom/rep/press/release/senate-passes-bipartisan-bill-to-protect-americas-domestic-food-supply-and-agricultural-industries "
Sen.Joni Ernst
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. 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. 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.Darren Soto, ...
Oct. 16, 2019
Sen. Moran Joins Senate Colleagues to Introduce Resolution Celebrating World Food Day
Sen.John Boozman, ...
Oct. 1, 2019
Bipartisan, Bicameral Members Introduce Fair Sugar Policy Act
Rep.Virginia Foxx, ...
Oct. 1, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Mary Ryan, Acting Admin. of the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau - Schumer reveals: Southern Tier wineries are missing out on hot new canned wine trend & barrels of business due to onerous can-size limits; senator calls on Feds to cut through bureaucratic red tape & crack open canned wine production in the Southern Tier
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 27, 2019
National Chocolate Milk Day
Rep.GT Thompson
Sept. 26, 2019
Recognizing National Dumpling Day
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Sept. 25, 2019
Tyson Upward Academy
Rep.Bill Huizenga
Sept. 24, 2019
Letter to Hon. George Ervin "Sonny" Perdue III, United States Secretary of Agriculture - As New York Fruit and Vegetable Farmers Struggle With Produce-Pricing Crisis, Gillibrand Calls on USDA to Investigate Why Prices Paid to Farmers Aren't Keeping Up With the Market
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Sept. 19, 2019
Udall, Collins Secure Federal Action to Address Lunch Shaming in Agriculture Funding Bill
Sen.Susan Collins, ...
Sept. 19, 2019
Rep. Angie Craig Announces Bi-Partisan Congressional Caucus to Address Youth Vaping Epidemic
Rep.Angie Craig
Sept. 19, 2019
50+ Members Launch Bipartisan Congressional Caucus to End the Youth Vaping Epidemic
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 13, 2019
Reps. McGovern, Davis Introduce Bill Expanding Student Access to Healthy School Breakfasts
Rep.Jim McGovern, ...
Sept. 11, 2019
Tweet - "It was a sweet treat to talk with Illinois members of @CandyUSA today about the Trump Admin's trade policies, solving the multiemployer pension crisis, and reforms to the U.S. sugar program."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 11, 2019
Raskin Sponsors Bill to Ban Ads for E-Cigarettes and Vaping Devices on TV, Radio
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 10, 2019
Reps. Trone, Wild, Fitzpatrick, Dingell, Bacon Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Children Affected by the Opioid Epidemic Access Free School Meals
Rep.Debbie Dingell, ...
Sept. 10, 2019
Tweet - "For all those in Illinois -- @GarrettPopcorn is celebrating its 70th anniversary by offering 70-cent bags of popcorn all week. Make sure to stop in, get yourself a treat, and celebrate 70 years of the best popcorn in the United States!"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 9, 2019
Responding to Congresswoman Pingree's Request, GAO Releases Food Date Labeling Report
Rep.Chellie Pingree
Aug. 29, 2019
Fischer Statement on USDA Investigation into Market Manipulation Following Tyson Holcomb Plant Fire
Sen.Deb Fischer
Aug. 20, 2019
Aguilar works "Job for a Day" at Anita's Snack Foods in San Bernardino
Rep.Pete Aguilar
Aug. 12, 2019
Marshall Responds to Tyson Foods' Statement Following Plant Fire
Sen.Roger Marshall
Aug. 8, 2019
Senator Collins Visits Valley View Orchard Pies in Oxford
Sen.Susan Collins
Aug. 8, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Rep. Sewell, Sen. Sanders, 130+ Members of Congress Urge Trump Administration to Reverse Food Assistance Rule
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Aug. 7, 2019
Collins, Casey Introduce Bill to Expand Nutrition Assistance for Children and Mothers
Sen.Susan Collins, ...
Aug. 2, 2019
Fischer Statement on U.S.-EU Beef Trade Agreement
Sen.Deb Fischer
Aug. 1, 2019
Pingree, Newhouse Introduce House Bill to Standardize Food Date Labels, Cut Food Waste
Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Aug. 1, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Phyllis Fong, Inspector General of the US Department of Agriculture - Delauro, Merkley Call on USDA Inspector General to Expand Swine Slaughter Inspection Rule Audit
Sen.Jeff Merkley, ...
July 31, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture of the US Department of Agriculture - Merkley, Defazio Lead Oregon Delegation in Push to Reverse Cuts to Food Assistance
Rep.Suzanne Bonamici, ...
July 29, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Chairman Scott to Secretary Perdue: Release Internal Estimates Showing Impact of Proposed Snap Changes on Free School Meals
Rep.Bobby Scott
July 26, 2019
Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Congressman Panetta Leads Democratic California Delegation in Urging Usda to Rescind Proposal to Kick Millions Off of Snap
Rep.Jimmy Panetta
July 25, 2019
Statement from Congressman Joe Morelle on President Trump's Proposal to Cut Snap Benefits
Rep.Joe Morelle
July 24, 2019
Senators McConnell and Paul Introduce Bill to Advance Kentucky's Signature Bourbon Industry
Sen.Mitch McConnell, ...
July 24, 2019
Murphy Statement on Trump Administration's Proposal to Cut Food Stamps for Millions of Americans
Sen.Chris Murphy
July 23, 2019
Conaway, Johnson Praise Trump Administration's Proposed Rule to Curb Abuse of SNAP Eligibility
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
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