…1. That legislation was ultimately vetoed by Governor Newsom, much to the dismay of many environmental groups. The announcement from DWR and Governor Newsom will result in two significant water…
Farm Bureau Calls for Improvements to Ag Labor Bill
…failed to adopt any amendments that would have improved the legislation for agricultural producers. “We also know that once Congress passes legislation, no one will have an appetite to revisit…
Preparing for New Labor Laws Coming in Less than 50 Days
…under AB 51. AB 1783 now prevents state funding from being used for the development of housing for H-2A farm employees. The new legislation also establishes a streamlined process for…
Preparing for The Next Round of Livestock Methane Reduction Funding
…in this year’s state budget it’s $34 million,” said Paul Sousa, Director of Environmental Services for Western United Dairymen. “We do have legislation that requires us to reduce manure methane…
Significant Support for Farm Workforce Modernization Act
…reform the ag labor system through improvements to the H-2A agricultural visa program and assist immigrant farm laborers already working in the U.S. “This comprehensive legislation contains key elements that…
NCBA Applauds Introduction of Hours of Service Legislation
…legislation by U.S. Reps. Angie Craig (D – 2nd Dist., Minn.) and Lloyd Smucker (R – 11th Dist., Penn.) that would provide flexible and common-sense relief from Hours of Service…
Addressing the Agricultural Impact of AB 5
…an added piece of legislation that partners with AB-5,” said Chris McGlothlin, Director of Technical Services for Western Agricultural Processors Association. “And hopefully get something through that either exempts or…
California Hemp Industry Takes Next Step with SB 153
…this important legislation and to Governor Newsom for signing it into law.” SB 153 requires California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA) Secretary Karen Ross to consult with Governor Newsom,…
Citrus Updates Provided at Grower Town Hall Events
…heard about the latest legislation and regulatory activity and were also informed about the work being done to combat the spread of Huanglongbing (HLB) and Asian citrus psyllid (ACP). “We…
Efforts to Modernize Endangered Species Act
…legislation has been around for a number of decades, but the way it’s currently being implemented is having a very detrimental impact on a number of issues that impact agriculture,…
Trump Delivers on a Key Promise to American Farmers
…Congressional Review Act (CRA) legislation, repealing the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, reforming the Section 401 process under the Clean Water Act, proposing a new methane rule, and…
Senate Bill 1 Veto Official, Governor Praised
…Workers Defense Act of 2019 known as SB 1, would have solidified the use of outdated biological opinions when determining restrictions for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. The legislation was also…
Farmers, Restaurants, Chefs Urge Passage of USMCA
…Sacramento, urged Congress to support what he called a “vital piece of legislation.” “Our success in California food is directly related to the hard work and diligence of our farmers,”…
Hope Remains for SB 559 Despite Failing to Pass in Legislature
…Senator Melissa Hurtado seeks to address the failing infrastructure of the Friant-Kern Canal. There is still an opportunity for the legislation to be reconsidered in 2020, as it was extended…