Policy Updates
Republicans on the Senate Ag Committee are seeking to scale back the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) cuts proposed in the House’s sweeping budget reconciliation bill.
Former Montana Democrat senator and longtime farmer Jon Tester sharply criticized the GOP-led House reconciliation bill and its proposed agriculture provisions.
Income tax law will change this year, and it will be dramatic. Though the crystal ball right now is fairly cloudy as to the final provisions, the changes will likely be beneficial for most farmers.
EPA announced 31 moves to repeal environmental protections.
USDA is nearing its March 21 deadline to open applications for $10 billion in economic assistance approved by Congress in December.
House Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), are scrambling to finalize their one-bill proposal, with details expected Monday.
USDA announced several senior staff appointments.
A breakdown of new, returning and departing members
Key agricultural and environmental regulations face an uncertain future as administration change looms.