United States Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry

16 House Republicans Take a Bite out of the Hinson-Marshall EATS Act

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Friday, October 6, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Late Thursday, 16 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives pushed back against the so-called Ending Agriculture Trade Suppression (EATS) Act, H.R.

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WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Late Thursday, 16 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives pushed back against the so-called Ending Agriculture Trade Suppression (EATS) Act, H.R.
Leaders of the EATS Act, Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, and Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, have positioned the bill as a regulatory solution by reverting to federal overreach.
Senators submitted a letter to Senate Agriculture Committee leadership opposing the EATS Act, and a coalition of over 170 U.S.
With the growing outrage over the EATS Act, the bill faces an uphill battle to be included in the Farm Bill.

30 U.S. Senators Applauded by Farm Groups for Opposing Marshall-Hinson EATS Act

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

To date, the EATS Act has dismal support in both Chambers with only 31 cosponsors in the U.S. House and 13 cosponsors in the Senate.

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To date, the EATS Act has dismal support in both Chambers with only 31 cosponsors in the U.S. House and 13 cosponsors in the Senate.
“The EATS Act would have a sweeping impact if passed—threatening countless state laws and opening the floodgates to unnecessary litigation.
In recent weeks, even Marshall declared on RFDTV : “We’re getting the heck beat out of us,” on the terrible EATS Act.
The ads encourage voters to contact their elected officials and ask them to vote no on any Farm Bill that contains the EATS Act.

More than 150 Members of Congress Applauded by Farm Groups for Standing Firmly Against Hinson-Marshall EATS Attack on Family Farmers

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Monday, August 21, 2023

In June, OCM and CMA launched a public campaign against EATS, a measure the groups deem an assault on states’ rights and a gift to Chinese pork conglomerates like Smithfield.

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In June, OCM and CMA launched a public campaign against EATS, a measure the groups deem an assault on states’ rights and a gift to Chinese pork conglomerates like Smithfield.
Last month, the groups rallied in Washington, D.C., to join in nearly 100 meetings on Capitol Hill , and spoke out against EATS at their annual conference in Kansas City, Missouri .
4417, the Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression (EATS) Act, or any similar legislation in the 2023 Farm Bill,” wrote the Members .
The ads encourage voters to contact their elected officials and ask them to vote no on any Farm Bill that contains the EATS Act.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sen. Marshall Declares “We’re getting the heck beat out of us” on Controversial EATS Act Assault on States

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

The groups are determined to prevent the measure from marginalizing American family farmers and opening the floodgates to China’s takeover of American agriculture alongside conservative groups like FreedomWorks .

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The groups are determined to prevent the measure from marginalizing American family farmers and opening the floodgates to China’s takeover of American agriculture alongside conservative groups like FreedomWorks .
“Our elected officials and their staff need to remember they work for us – the American taxpayer – and not the other way around.
The ads encourage voters to contact their elected officials and ask them to vote no on any Farm Bill that contains the EATS Act.
The foundation of the Organization for Competitive Markets is to fight for competitive markets in agriculture for farmers, ranchers and rural communities.

Farmers and Ranchers Storm Capitol Hill in Fierce Opposition to Marshall-Hinson EATS Act

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Friday, July 28, 2023

Members of the groups came in staunch opposition to the so-called Ending Agriculture Trade Suppression (EATS) Act , H.R.

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Members of the groups came in staunch opposition to the so-called Ending Agriculture Trade Suppression (EATS) Act , H.R.
In more than 85 in-person meetings on Capitol Hill, farmers and ranchers not only advocated for the rejection of the EATS Act, but also advocated for the enactment of the Opportunities for Fairness in Farming (OFF) Act , H.R.
I was disappointed to have been met with such resistance by Marshall’s staff in our recent meeting on Capitol Hill.
The foundation of the Organization for Competitive Markets is to fight for competitive markets in agriculture for farmers, ranchers and rural communities.

Washington Policy Outlook: Focus on Contemporary and Federal Policy

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

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MILWAUKEE, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In the 2023 AAEA Annual Meeting track session (sponsored by the AAEA Extension Section) "Washington Policy Outlook" authors discuss the policy outlook session will focus on contemporary, federal policy issues affecting agriculture. The presenters will provide insight from their unique perspectives and work for Congress, USDA, and related agencies. The presenters will discuss policy development and implementation addressing current and upcoming policy issues for agriculture as well as the role of economics in the process.

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MILWAUKEE, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In the 2023 AAEA Annual Meeting track session (sponsored by the AAEA Extension Section) "Washington Policy Outlook" authors discuss the policy outlook session will focus on contemporary, federal policy issues affecting agriculture.
The presenters will provide insight from their unique perspectives and work for Congress, USDA, and related agencies.
The presenters will discuss policy development and implementation addressing current and upcoming policy issues for agriculture as well as the role of economics in the process.
If you are interested in attending the 2023 AAEA Annual Meeting in Washington DC, please send a completed complimentary media registration (attachment) to Allison Ware ( [email protected] ) in the AAEA Business Office.

The IIA Shares New Legislative Proposal with Congress to Strengthen Corporate Governance of Cryptocurrency Exchanges and Protect Investors

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

LAKE MARY, Fla., May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) – the internal audit profession's leader in standards, certifications, education, research, and technical guidance worldwide – today shared a legislative proposal with Congress designed to promote stronger corporate governance, greater transparency and accountability, and enhanced investor protections at cryptocurrency exchanges operating in the United States.

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LAKE MARY, Fla., May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) – the internal audit profession's leader in standards, certifications, education, research, and technical guidance worldwide – today shared a legislative proposal with Congress designed to promote stronger corporate governance, greater transparency and accountability, and enhanced investor protections at cryptocurrency exchanges operating in the United States.
The proposed legislation comes on the heels of an IIA letter calling on Congress to strengthen corporate governance of cryptocurrency exchanges following the collapse of FTX and subsequent outreach by the organization to help shape their policy recommendations.
"The IIA conducted numerous meetings with congressional staff and external stakeholders to determine the appropriate role that internal audit could serve in potential policy solutions that Congress might consider regarding the lack of sufficient investor protections and corporate governance safeguards at cryptocurrency exchanges," Pugliese writes.
For consideration and inclusion in any future policy solutions, The IIA included specific legislative language for each of the four recommendations, as well as the rationale for the proposals.

New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Keynote Speaker at Class Action Money & Ethics Conference

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand will be the luncheon speaker at the 7th Annual Class Action Money & Ethics Conference on Monday, May 8, 2023, in Midtown Manhattan.

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Senator Kirsten Gillibrand will be the luncheon speaker at the 7th Annual Class Action Money & Ethics Conference on Monday, May 8, 2023, in Midtown Manhattan.
Since she was first elected to Congress in 2006, Sen. Gillibrand has been a leader on some of the toughest fights in Washington.
This year's agenda centers on emerging areas of class action issues and proceedings, including, a State of the Industry Class Action Review led by Duane Morris' Gerald L. Maatman, Jr. and Jennifer Riley.
A limited number of sponsorships are available, and anyone interested in becoming a sponsor should contact Bernard Toliver at [email protected] .

ASPCA Commends Federal Lawmakers for Introducing Bills to Create a More Humane and Fair Food System

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Thursday, February 2, 2023

WASHINGTON, Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) commends federal lawmakers for introducing four bills that will help transform our food system away from the destructive factory farming model and toward a system rooted in compassion and fairness by creating new protections for animals, meatpacking workers, farmworkers, farmers and frontline communities.

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"The suffering built into the American food system is unconscionable, but not unsolvable.
"Federal lawmakers have shown compassion and courage introducing these and other measures to support meatpacking workers and protect children from toxic pesticides.
"The COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine and recent climate change-related disasters have highlighted how fragile our current food system is.
So, I'm excited to re-introduce a package of bills that would help mold our food system into one that is more competitive, resilient, humane and just for everyone.

Older Rural NYers Struggle to Age in Place: Housing, Transportation Shortages Present Challenges

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

ALBANY, N.Y., Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Older rural New Yorkers are struggling to age in place due to a dearth of affordable and accessible housing, while many older adults who no longer drive or don't have access to public transportation or privately owned vehicles face numerous challenges in obtaining rides to such essential services as medical appointments and grocery stores.

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"We are grateful to AARP NY for continuing to steward important conversations on how we can improve the lives of older adults in our rural communities.
"Access to these resources is even more difficult for older adults living in rural areas of the state.
"Rural New Yorkers often feel left behind when confronted with a lack of safe, affordable housing, access to public transportation, and inadequate high-speed internet.
"This is impacting older New Yorkers and combined with inflation, is causing many to not to be able to age in place.