California has recently established a water futures market that has brought with it some criticism as well as confusion. Federal lawmakers have introduced legislation that would repeal the federal estate…
Lawmakers Support Push to Address Container Shortages
A group of bipartisan lawmakers is pushing for more to be done about the continued container shortages at American ports. The group expressed its concern in a letter to Michael…
Safe Line Speeds During COVID-19 Act Reintroduced
…other primarily Democratic lawmakers. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals –…
Industry Groups Call for Funding to Support Ag Export Markets
A coalition of industry groups is calling on lawmakers to support ag export markets. More than 100 industry groups are pushing for full funding of marketing programs under the U.S….
Legislation Introduced to Repeal Federal Estate Tax
Federal lawmakers have introduced legislation that would repeal the federal estate tax, often referred to as the death tax. U.S. Senator John Thune and U.S. Representatives Sanford Bishop and Jason…
New EPA Administrator Michael Regan Confirmed by Senate
…there was some opposition to him becoming the new EPA Administrator. Some lawmakers expressed concern about his previous experience working for the Environmental Defense Fund and how that will shape…
Week in Review: Port Issues Being Addressed and H-2A Reform Legislation Introduced
Federal Maritime Commissioner officials are moving forward with an investigation into port issues in California. The Farm Workforce Modernization Act has been reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. Lawmakers…
Coalition Highlights Value of Crop Insurance as Congress Develops Budget
A coalition of industry groups has sent letters encouraging federal officials to protect crop insurance. Letters were sent to lawmakers in the House and Senate budget and appropriations committees. Secretary…
Legislation Introduced to Improve Cattle Market Transparency
Lawmakers have recently reintroduced legislation to provide producers with more pricing information and ensure appropriate regionally negotiated cash trade. U.S. Senators Deb Fischer and Ron Wyden have introduced the Cattle…
Budget Hearings to Consider UC Funding Restoration
…support. Lawmakers will not be voting on the UC funding restoration for several months, providing ample time for community members to voice their support. There are multiple ways for individuals…
American Rescue Plan Act Moving Forward with Senate Approval
…Lawmakers are hopeful the legislation will be signed by President Joe Biden by early next week. The Senate version of the legislation would be the second-largest stimulus bill in American…
Lawmakers Ask Biden for Rural Broadband Infrastructure Improvements
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is encouraging President Joe Biden to make rural broadband infrastructure a priority moving forward. Members of the Congressional Rural Broadband Caucus sent a letter detailing…
American Rescue Plan Legislation Moving Through Congress
…is steadily advancing. The relief package is being considered under the Budget Reconciliation Process, requiring less votes for approval. Lawmakers are working to get the legislation passed before mid-March. Along…
Blueberry Growers Divided at Recent Trade Commission Hearing
…biggest impact on prices. Prior to the January 12 hearing, the coalition voiced concern about the investigation and how it will impact the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Several industry groups and lawmakers…