…next COVID-19 relief package. Vice President of Washington Operations for the National Cotton Council, Reece Langley said that any relief legislation likely won’t come until after November 3. “While they…
Governor Newsom Signs 30×30 Executive Order
…40 industry groups had voiced their opposition to the legislation. Several concerns were raised as to how the effort would affect housing, easements, and grazing. About the Author Brian German…
Legislation Introduced to Enhance Meat Processing Infrastructure
New legislation introduced by Representatives Chellie Pingree and Jeff Fortenberry aims to strengthen the meat processing sector. The Strengthening Local Processing Act looks to address processing issues on a more…
PRICE Act Looks to Improve Cattle Market Conditions
…needs to deliver for cattle country.” The legislation has a bipartisan group of cosponsors and is supported by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), American Farm Bureau Federation, and the…
Friant-Kern Canal Repair Bill – SB 559 – Vetoed by Governor Newsom
…last year’s legislative deadline. Supporters were hopeful that SB 559 would have better success this year. The legislation was supported by a diverse group of stakeholders including several agricultural organizations….
Stopgap Funding Bill with Farming Support Moves Forward
…Failure for the legislation to pass through the Senate and be signed by President Donald Trump will result in a government shutdown beginning October 1. “The last thing farmers and…
WIFIA Improvement Act Looks to Assist Public Water Projects
The WIFIA Improvement Act of 2020 was recently introduced as a means for helping provide support for public water projects. The bipartisan legislation would make changes to the Water Infrastructure…
Federal Wildfire Bill Receives Support from Ag Groups
…along with the American Farm Bureau Federation sent a letter of support for the Emergency Wildfire and Public Safety Act of 2020. The legislation would provide federal land management with…
Bilingual SGMA Video Series to Foster Better Understanding
…to SGMA, why the legislation was passed, and issues to avoid. The second video presents information about local water management under SGMA and how Groundwater Sustainability Agencies are creating Groundwater…
2019-2020 Legislative Session: ‘Bit of A Reprieve’ for Agriculture
…With fewer bills being passed overall, it was less opportunity for new legislation to negatively impact farmers and ranchers. “I think we got a little bit of a reprieve this…
Plans Outlined to Support American Producers of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
…potential legislation related to the issue. DOC will be working to establish an outreach program to engage American producers in developing appropriate trade remedies. USDA will work with seasonal and…
HEALS Act Proposes $20 Million in Coronavirus Relief
…$20 billion for the agricultural sector. While multiple agricultural groups have expressed support for the legislation, there have also been some concerns raised about how the bill would allocate funding….
Friant-Kern Canal Issues Receiving Increased Federal Interest
…legislation would provide a total of $1.5 trillion to address multiple sectors with considerable infrastructure needs which includes water. The Moving Forward Act would also authorize other legislation that would…
Ag Spending Bill Moves Forward in U.S. House
…full Committee worked together in a bipartisan way to support Americans in this difficult time.” The legislation includes $1.07 billion for the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, of which…