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Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Legislative”

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Specialty CROP Act Seeks to Bolster Ag Export Opportunities

Brian German November 27, 2023Agri-Business, Legislative, Specialty Crops

The Specialty Crops Reporting on Opportunities and Promotion Act (Specialty CROP Act) was recently introduced in Congress. It seeks to address challenges faced by U.S. specialty crop exporters, such as …

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agricultural tradeagriculture exportsspecialty crops
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New Proposed California Anti-Ag Measure Could Have National Implications

Dan November 27, 2023Agri-Business, Legislative

A proposed northern California anti-ag measure could have an effect nationwide. The measure in Sonoma County would eliminate animal agriculture in that county. “It would outlaw all animal agriculture in …

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Sabrina Halvorson
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New Paid Sick Leave Requirements to Become Effective January 1, 2024

Brian German October 30, 2023Agri-Business, Labor and Immigration, Legislative, Regulation

Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed Senate Bill 616 into law, ushering in significant changes to paid sick leave (PSL) requirements. Effective January 1, 2024, this legislation, put forth by state …

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Speaker Johnson a ‘Real Win for Cattle Producers’

Dan October 27, 2023Agri-Business, Cattle, Legislative

The nation has a new Speaker of the House, and he’s someone already trusted by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA). NCBA’s Vice President of Government Affairs, Ethan Lane said …

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National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA)Sabrina Halvorson
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Senator Cramer: The Clean Water Act Definitions Remain Muddy

Dan October 26, 2023Agri-Business, Legislative, WOTUS Act

The Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee held a hearing on the Waters of the U. S. Rule (WOTUS) to look closer at the rule and the actions taken …

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Sabrina HalvorsonSackett vs. Environmental Protection Agency caseSenate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee

New House Speaker Mike Johnson Sets Sights on Farm Bill

Brian German October 26, 2023Agri-Business, Farm Bill, Legislative

House Republicans have navigated a tumultuous three-week process to elect a new Speaker of the House. The party’s fourth nominee, Representative Mike Johnson from Louisiana, will now be filling the …

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CongressFarm BillSpeaker of the House
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Farm Bill Extension Expected

Dan October 25, 2023Agri-Business, Farm Bill, Legislative

As the House continues its search for a new speaker, some members of the Senate are watching and waiting for the legislative work to continue, especially when it comes to …

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Sabrina Halvorson

CIAO Standards Act to Streamline Revisions to Organic Standards

Brian German October 18, 2023Agri-Business, Legislative, Organic

Several industry groups have welcomed the introduction of the Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic (CIAO) Standards Act 2023 in Congress. The bipartisan legislation aims to enhance and update organic …

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organic agricultureOrganic Trade Association (OTA)USDA Certified Organic

Lawmakers Seek Fresh Produce Procurement Reform

Brian German October 9, 2023Agri-Business, Legislative

The Fresh Produce Procurement Reform Act of 2023 seeks to improve federal food distribution while also supporting farmers and ranchers. Introduced last month, the legislation would bolster the U.S. Department …

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Fresh Produce Procurement Reform ActThe Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
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Search for Speaker Another Delay for Farm Bill

Dan October 5, 2023Agri-Business, Farm Bill, Funding, Legislative

Another delay for the farm bill, as the House must now spend time electing another Speaker after the ousting of Representative Kevin McCarthy of California. During an address on student …

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Conditions ‘Too Good’ for Fast Farm Bill

Dan October 3, 2023Agri-Business, Farm Bill, Legislative

An ag economics expert says this year’s farm bill battle is a repeat of bills gone by. Dr. Joe Outlaw is a Regents Fellow, Professor, and Extension Economist in the …

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Sabrina Halvorson

Spartz Anti-Checkoff Amendment Fails

Sabrina Halvorson September 28, 2023Industry, Legislative

The controversial anti-checkoff amendment to the Ag Appropriations Bill failed before the full House late Wednesday. The amendment proposal was led by Representative Victoria Spartz (R-IN), who defended it on …

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legislationSabrina Halvorson
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Farmers Could Feel Effects of Government Shutdown

Dan September 25, 2023Agri-Business, Economy, Legislative

The threat of a government shutdown continues to loom as hard right Republicans demand deep cuts on spending and lawmakers on both sides stay committed to their party lines. If …

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Sabrina Halvorson
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Wheat Industry Supports the American Farmers Feed the World Act

Brian German September 25, 2023Agri-Business, Legislative

Several industry groups have expressed appreciation for the introduction of the American Farmers Feed the World Act. The bill was introduced by U.S. Senators Mike Braun, Jon Tester, Roger Marshall, …

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American Farmers Feed the World ActNational Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG)U. S. Wheat Association (USW)wheat grains
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