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Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
1. TFB advocated hard for passage of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 to finish the farm bill. 2. TFB expressed the dire need for Congress to complete a new farm bill. TFB expressed the provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) are positive, but the rest of the farm bill provisions must be reauthorized. 3. TFB asked Congressional members to vote YES on the ESA Amendments Act of 2025 to incentivize conservation on private lands through Conservation Benefit Plans and help with overly burdensome ESA listing regulations.
Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
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TEXAS FARM BUREAU via TEXAS FARM BUREAU
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
TFB advocated for expanded markets for commodity products through opening more international trade opportunities. We expressed how tariffs are impacting farmers and ranchers but explained how holding other counties accountable is something TFB members feel strongly about.
1. TFB advocated for passage of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 to finish the farm bill. 2. TFB lobbied for committee passage of the Senate farm bill, The Agricultural Act of 2026 3. TFB expressed the dire need for Congress to complete a new farm bill. TFB expressed the provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) are positive, but the rest of the farm bill provisions must be reauthorized. 4. TFB asked Congressional members to vote YES on the ESA Amendments Act of 2025 to incentivize conservation on private lands through Conservation Benefit Plans and help with overly burdensome ESA listing regulations. 5. TFB lobbied Congress to support the Buy American Cotton Act (BACA). TFB has been urging lawmakers to co-sponsor the legislation. The bill would provide a tax incentive to retailers who buy American cotton for their products.
Source: Senate LDA
1. TFB advocated for passage of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 to finish the farm bill. 2. TFB expressed the dire need for Congress to complete a new farm bill. TFB expressed the provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) are positive, but the rest of the farm bill provisions must be reauthorized. 3. TFB asked Congressional members to vote YES on the ESA Amendments Act of 2025 to incentivize conservation on private lands through Conservation Benefit Plans and help with overly burdensome ESA listing regulations. 4. TFB lobbied Congress to support the Buy American Cotton Act (BACA). TFB has been urging lawmakers to co-sponsor the legislation. The bill would provide a tax incentive to retailers who buy American cotton for their products.
Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
1. TFB advocated for passage of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 to finish the farm bill. 2. TFB lobbied for committee passage of the Senate farm bill, The Agricultural Act of 2026 3. TFB expressed the dire need for Congress to complete a new farm bill. TFB expressed the provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) are positive, but the rest of the farm bill provisions must be reauthorized. 4. TFB asked Congressional members to vote YES on the ESA Amendments Act of 2025 to incentivize conservation on private lands through Conservation Benefit Plans and help with overly burdensome ESA listing regulations. 5. TFB lobbied Congress to support the Buy American Cotton Act (BACA). TFB has been urging lawmakers to co-sponsor the legislation. The bill would provide a tax incentive to retailers who buy American cotton for their products.
1. TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2. TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR).
H–2 Improvements to Relieve Employers Act
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
1. TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2. TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR). 3. TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas.
H–2 Improvements to Relieve Employers Act
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
1. TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2. TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR). 3. TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas.
H–2 Improvements to Relieve Employers Act
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
1.TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2.TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR). 3.TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas.
1.TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2.TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR). 3.TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas.
1. TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2. TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR). 3. TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas.
1. TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2. TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR). 3. TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas.
1. TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2. TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR).
H–2 Improvements to Relieve Employers Act
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
1.TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. 2.TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 3.TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas.
H–2 Improvements to Relieve Employers Act
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
1.TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2.TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas. 3.TFB lobbied Congressional leaders to provide a freeze in the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) to give farmers relief from rapidly increasing wages for farm labor.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
1.TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. 2.TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 3.TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
1. TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. 2. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB supports and urged passage of H.R. 4896, the RAPID Act, to reimburse landowners for losses caused by illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
Justice for Victims of Kleptocracy Act of 2021
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB supports and advocated for the Haulers of Agriculture and Livestock Safety (HAULS) Act by Sens. Fischer, Tester, Wicker, and Smith to modernize the agriculture exemption to the hours-of-service rules and provide regulatory relief to producers. TFB opposed legislation that would raise minimum insurance levels for CMVs from $750,000 to $4.9 million. H.R. 3781, known as the INSURANCE Act, would be devastating for small-business truckers who would see their premiums triple within a year. TFB discussed S. 3580, the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, which would ease ongoing congestion and logistical obstacles that threaten U.S. farmers and ranchers ability to meet much-welcome increases in foreign demand for our products.
Reimbursing Agricultural Producers for Immigration Damages Act
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB supports and urged passage of H.R. 4896, the RAPID Act, to reimburse landowners for losses caused by illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
Small Family Farmer And Rancher Relief Act
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB voiced concerns with Congressman David Scotts Small Family Farmer and Rancher Act (H.R. 8590), which would increase premiums on the Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) program for cattle producers with 100 or less head of cattle. TFB continues working with Congressional leaders to increase transparency in cattle markets TFB visited with Congressional members regarding our opposition to the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act by Sens. Deb Fischer and Chuck Grassley. The legislation would have negative consequences for cattle producers. TFB has recently visited with members regarding concerns. TFB supported a resolution by Congressman August Pfluger to protect American Sheep and Goat producers by requiring the USDA to delay the implementation of a rule on the importation of sheep and goats from the UK that could have serious implications for the domestic sheep and goat industry.
TFB supports and advocated for the Haulers of Agriculture and Livestock Safety (HAULS) Act by Sens. Fischer, Tester, Wicker, and Smith to modernize the agriculture exemption to the hours-of-service rules and provide regulatory relief to producers. TFB opposed legislation that would raise minimum insurance levels for CMVs from $750,000 to $4.9 million. H.R. 3781, known as the INSURANCE Act, would be devastating for small-business truckers who would see their premiums triple within a year. TFB discussed S. 3580, the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, which would ease ongoing congestion and logistical obstacles that threaten U.S. farmers and ranchers ability to meet much-welcome increases in foreign demand for our products.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB supports and advocates for passage of S.480/H.R. 1381 the Main Street Tax Certainty Act. The legislation allows pass through businesses to take a deduction with 20 percent of their business income. The legislation is authored by Sen. Steve Daines and Reps. Jason Smith and Henry Cuellar. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB supports and urged passage of H.R. 4896, the RAPID Act, to reimburse landowners for losses caused by illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB supports and urged passage of H.R. 4896, the RAPID Act, to reimburse landowners for losses caused by illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through COVID-19 relief legislation. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided. TFB supports and lobbied for H.R. 1692, the Rehabilitating Economic Success Through Overcoming Rural Emergencies) Act by Reps. Ronny Jackson and Henry Cuellar to help farmers recover from natural disasters by reauthorizing the USDA WHIP+ program to cover 2020 and 2021 disasters. TFB lobbied Congress to include hurricane disaster aid and a WHIP extension for 2020 and 2021 crop years. TFB members have had crops devastated due to natural disasters like Hurricane Hanna.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through COVID-19 relief legislation. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided. TFB supports and lobbied for H.R. 1692, the Rehabilitating Economic Success Through Overcoming Rural Emergencies) Act by Reps. Ronny Jackson and Henry Cuellar to help farmers recover from natural disasters by reauthorizing the USDA WHIP+ program to cover 2020 and 2021 disasters. TFB lobbied Congress to include hurricane disaster aid and a WHIP extension for 2020 and 2021 crop years. TFB members have had crops devastated due to natural disasters like Hurricane Hanna.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through COVID-19 relief legislation. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided. TFB supports and lobbied for H.R. 1692, the Rehabilitating Economic Success Through Overcoming Rural Emergencies) Act by Reps. Ronny Jackson and Henry Cuellar to help farmers recover from natural disasters by reauthorizing the USDA WHIP+ program to cover 2020 and 2021 disasters. TFB lobbied Congress to include hurricane disaster aid and a WHIP extension for 2020 and 2021 crop years. TFB members have had crops devastated due to natural disasters like Hurricane Hanna.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB supports and advocates for passage of S.480/H.R. 1381 the Main Street Tax Certainty Act. The legislation allows pass through businesses to take a deduction with 20 percent of their business income. The legislation is authored by Sen. Steve Daines and Reps. Jason Smith and Henry Cuellar. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members. TFB advocated against negative tax policies in the reconciliation package. Included was advocating against abolishing stepped-up basis, cutting the estate tax exemption rate, narrowing 199A business income deduction, raising the corporate tax rate, and instating a methane tax. TFB continues to fight against using tax increases on agriculture to pay for items in the reconciliation package.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members. TFB advocated against negative tax policies in the reconciliation package. Included was advocating against abolishing stepped-up basis, cutting the estate tax exemption rate, narrowing 199A business income deduction, raising the corporate tax rate, and instating a methane tax. TFB continues to fight against using tax increases on agriculture to pay for items in the reconciliation package.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB supports and advocates for passage of S.480/H.R. 1381 the Main Street Tax Certainty Act. The legislation allows pass through businesses to take a deduction with 20 percent of their business income. The legislation is authored by Sen. Steve Daines and Reps. Jason Smith and Henry Cuellar. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members. TFB advocated against negative tax policies in the reconciliation package. Included was advocating against abolishing stepped-up basis, cutting the estate tax exemption rate, narrowing 199A business income deduction, raising the corporate tax rate, and instating a methane tax. TFB continues to fight against using tax increases on agriculture to pay for items in the reconciliation package.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members. TFB advocated against negative tax policies in the reconciliation package. Included was advocating against abolishing stepped-up basis, cutting the estate tax exemption rate, narrowing 199A business income deduction, raising the corporate tax rate, and instating a methane tax. TFB continues to fight against using tax increases on agriculture to pay for items in the reconciliation package.
Reimbursing Agricultural Producers for Immigration Damages Act
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB supports and urged passage of H.R. 4896, the RAPID Act, to reimburse landowners for losses caused by illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
Reimbursing Agricultural Producers for Immigration Damages Act
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB supports and urged passage of H.R. 4896, the RAPID Act, to reimburse landowners for losses caused by illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB supports and advocates for passage of S.480/H.R. 1381 the Main Street Tax Certainty Act. The legislation allows pass through businesses to take a deduction with 20 percent of their business income. The legislation is authored by Sen. Steve Daines and Reps. Jason Smith and Henry Cuellar. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members. TFB advocated against negative tax policies in the reconciliation package. Included was advocating against abolishing stepped-up basis, cutting the estate tax exemption rate, narrowing 199A business income deduction, raising the corporate tax rate, and instating a methane tax. TFB continues to fight against using tax increases on agriculture to pay for items in the reconciliation package.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB supports and advocates for passage of S.480/H.R. 1381 the Main Street Tax Certainty Act. The legislation allows pass through businesses to take a deduction with 20 percent of their business income. The legislation is authored by Sen. Steve Daines and Reps. Jason Smith and Henry Cuellar. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members. TFB advocated against negative tax policies in the reconciliation package. Included was advocating against abolishing stepped-up basis, cutting the estate tax exemption rate, narrowing 199A business income deduction, raising the corporate tax rate, and instating a methane tax. TFB continues to fight against using tax increases on agriculture to pay for items in the reconciliation package.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through the recent H.R. 113 the COVID-19 relief/Omnibus package. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided. TFB lobbied Congress to include hurricane disaster aid and a WHIP extension. TFB members have had crops devastated due to natural disasters like Hurricane Hanna.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2019
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB advocated for a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 5038, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to align with Farm Bureau policy.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through S. 3548, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through S. 3548, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through S. 3548, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided. TFB lobbied Congress to include hurricane disaster aid and a WHIP extension in a end of year spending package. TFB members have had crops devastated due to natural disasters like Hurricane Hanna.
Agricultural Trucking Relief Act of 2019
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB supports any relief that can be provided from Congress on the Electronic Logging Device mandate that was implemented in December 2017. TFB continues supporting provisions and legislation to exempt all agricultural industries. The bills TFB supports and advocated for are H.R. 1697, H.R. 1698 and H.R. 1673.
Small Carrier Electronic Logging Device Exemption Act of 2019
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB supports any relief that can be provided from Congress on the Electronic Logging Device mandate that was implemented in December 2017. TFB continues supporting provisions and legislation to exempt all agricultural industries. The bills TFB supports and advocated for are H.R. 1697, H.R. 1698 and H.R. 1673.
Agricultural Business Electronic Logging Device Exemption Act of 2019
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB supports any relief that can be provided from Congress on the Electronic Logging Device mandate that was implemented in December 2017. TFB continues supporting provisions and legislation to exempt all agricultural industries. The bills TFB supports and advocated for are H.R. 1697, H.R. 1698 and H.R. 1673.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2019
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB advocated for a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 5038, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to align with Farm Bureau policy.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) advocated for seamless implementation of H.R. 2, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018. It provides adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposed budget cuts to agriculture. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) advocated for seamless implementation of H.R. 2, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018. It provides adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposed budget cuts to agriculture. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick.
TFB supports H.R. 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 and S. 3042 the Agriculture Improvement Act. It provides adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposes further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick. TFB worked to include an amendment in the Senate farm bill to allow producers to use ELAP for gathering for inspection of cattle.
TFB supports H.R. 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 and S. 3042 the Agriculture Improvement Act. It provides adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposes further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick. TFB worked to include an amendment in the Senate farm bill to allow producers to use ELAP for gathering for inspection of cattle.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) supported final passage of H.R. 2, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018. It provides adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposed further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick. TFB worked to include an amendment in the farm bill to allow producers to use ELAP for gathering for inspection of cattle.
TFB supports H.R. 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 and S. 3042 the Agriculture Improvement Act. It provides adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposes further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick. TFB worked to include an amendment in the Senate farm bill to allow producers to use ELAP for gathering for inspection of cattle.
TFB supports H.R. 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 and S. 3042 the Agriculture Improvement Act. It provides adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposes further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick. TFB worked to include an amendment in the Senate farm bill to allow producers to use ELAP for gathering for inspection of cattle.
TFB supports and urged Congressional leaders to co-sponsor H.R. 3282, the ELD Extension Act of 2017, introduced by Rep. Brian Babin. This legislation would provide for an additional two year delay before a mandatory implementation of Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) on all American freight trucks. Under current law and regulation, the burdensome mandate would go into effect December 18, 2017.
TFB supported the passage and enactment of H.R. 428/S. 90, the Red River Gradient Boundary Survey Act which seeks to address the U.S. Bureau of Land Managements (BLM) ownership claims to a 116- mile stretch of property along the Red River region of Texas and Oklahoma. TFB has expressed longstanding concerns about the BLMs claim to property that landowners have held titles to, managed and paid taxes on for generations in many cases.
TFB supported the passage and enactment of H.R. 428/S. 90, the Red River Gradient Boundary Survey Act which seeks to address the U.S. Bureau of Land Managements (BLM) ownership claims to a 116- mile stretch of property along the Red River region of Texas and Oklahoma. TFB has expressed longstanding concerns about the BLMs claim to property that landowners have held titles to, managed and paid taxes on for generations in many cases.
TFB supported the passage and enactment of H.R. 428/S. 90, the Red River Gradient Boundary Survey Act which seeks to address the U.S. Bureau of Land Managements (BLM) ownership claims to a 116- mile stretch of property along the Red River region of Texas and Oklahoma. TFB has expressed longstanding concerns about the BLMs claim to property that landowners have held titles to, managed and paid taxes on for generations in many cases.
TFB supported the passage and enactment of H.R. 428/S. 90, the Red River Gradient Boundary Survey Act which seeks to address the U.S. Bureau of Land Managements (BLM) ownership claims to a 116- mile stretch of property along the Red River region of Texas and Oklahoma. TFB has expressed longstanding concerns about the BLMs claim to property that landowners have held titles to, managed and paid taxes on for generations in many cases.
TFB supported H.R. 5, the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017 to solve the problem of overreaching, ill-considered government regulations that negatively impact farmers and ranchers. TFB advocated for the legislation which requires agencies to choose the lowest-cost rulemaking alternative that meets statutory objectives and requires greater opportunity for public input and vetting of critical information for rules passed by agencies. TFB supported an amendment by Rep. Collin Peterson to prohibit agencies from impartially communicating with the public in order to generate support or opposition to a proposed rule. TFB supports the passage and enactment of H.R. 953, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2017, and S. 340, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act (SEPA) which would clarify Congressional intent regarding regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters. TFB corresponded with Members of Congress to express support for reducing duplicative and needless regulations on pesticide applicators used by agricultural producers.
TFB supported H.R. 5, the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017 to solve the problem of overreaching, ill-considered government regulations that negatively impact farmers and ranchers. TFB advocated for the legislation which requires agencies to choose the lowest-cost rulemaking alternative that meets statutory objectives and requires greater opportunity for public input and vetting of critical information for rules passed by agencies. TFB supported an amendment by Rep. Collin Peterson to prohibit agencies from impartially communicating with the public in order to generate support or opposition to a proposed rule. TFB supports the passage and enactment of H.R. 953, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2017, and S. 340, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act (SEPA) which would clarify Congressional intent regarding regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters. TFB corresponded with Members of Congress to express support for reducing duplicative and needless regulations on pesticide applicators used by agricultural producers.
TFB supported H.R. 5, the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017 to solve the problem of overreaching, ill-considered government regulations that negatively impact farmers and ranchers. TFB advocated for the legislation which requires agencies to choose the lowest-cost rulemaking alternative that meets statutory objectives and requires greater opportunity for public input and vetting of critical information for rules passed by agencies. TFB supported an amendment by Rep. Collin Peterson to prohibit agencies from impartially communicating with the public in order to generate support or opposition to a proposed rule. TFB supports the passage and enactment of H.R. 953, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2017, and S. 340, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act (SEPA) which would clarify Congressional intent regarding regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters. TFB corresponded with Members of Congress to express support for reducing duplicative and needless regulations on pesticide applicators used by agricultural producers.
TFB supported H.R. 5, the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017 to solve the problem of overreaching, ill-considered government regulations that negatively impact farmers and ranchers. TFB advocated for the legislation which requires agencies to choose the lowest-cost rulemaking alternative that meets statutory objectives and requires greater opportunity for public input and vetting of critical information for rules passed by agencies. TFB supported an amendment by Rep. Collin Peterson to prohibit agencies from impartially communicating with the public in order to generate support or opposition to a proposed rule. TFB supports the passage and enactment of H.R. 953, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2017, and S. 340, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act (SEPA) which would clarify Congressional intent regarding regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters. TFB corresponded with Members of Congress to express support for reducing duplicative and needless regulations on pesticide applicators used by agricultural producers.
Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2017
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB supported H.R. 5, the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017 to solve the problem of overreaching, ill-considered government regulations that negatively impact farmers and ranchers. TFB advocated for the legislation which requires agencies to choose the lowest-cost rulemaking alternative that meets statutory objectives and requires greater opportunity for public input and vetting of critical information for rules passed by agencies. TFB supported an amendment by Rep. Collin Peterson to prohibit agencies from impartially communicating with the public in order to generate support or opposition to a proposed rule. TFB supports the passage and enactment of H.R. 953, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2017, and S. 340, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act (SEPA) which would clarify Congressional intent regarding regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters. TFB corresponded with Members of Congress to express support for reducing duplicative and needless regulations on pesticide applicators used by agricultural producers.
Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2017
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB supported H.R. 5, the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017 to solve the problem of overreaching, ill-considered government regulations that negatively impact farmers and ranchers. TFB advocated for the legislation which requires agencies to choose the lowest-cost rulemaking alternative that meets statutory objectives and requires greater opportunity for public input and vetting of critical information for rules passed by agencies. TFB supported an amendment by Rep. Collin Peterson to prohibit agencies from impartially communicating with the public in order to generate support or opposition to a proposed rule. TFB supports the passage and enactment of H.R. 953, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2017, and S. 340, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act (SEPA) which would clarify Congressional intent regarding regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters. TFB corresponded with Members of Congress to express support for reducing duplicative and needless regulations on pesticide applicators used by agricultural producers.
TFB supported the passage and enactment of H.R. 428/S. 90, the Red River Gradient Boundary Survey Act which seeks to address the U.S. Bureau of Land Managements (BLM) ownership claims to a 116- mile stretch of property along the Red River region of Texas and Oklahoma. TFB has expressed longstanding concerns about the BLMs claim to property that landowners have held titles to, managed and paid taxes on for generations in many cases.
TFB supported the passage and enactment of H.R. 428/S. 90, the Red River Gradient Boundary Survey Act which seeks to address the U.S. Bureau of Land Managements (BLM) ownership claims to a 116- mile stretch of property along the Red River region of Texas and Oklahoma. TFB has expressed longstanding concerns about the BLMs claim to property that landowners have held titles to, managed and paid taxes on for generations in many cases.
TFB supported the passage and enactment of H.R. 428/S. 90, the Red River Gradient Boundary Survey Act which seeks to address the U.S. Bureau of Land Managements (BLM) ownership claims to a 116- mile stretch of property along the Red River region of Texas and Oklahoma. TFB has expressed longstanding concerns about the BLMs claim to property that landowners have held titles to, managed and paid taxes on for generations in many cases.
TFB supported the passage and enactment of H.R. 428/S. 90, the Red River Gradient Boundary Survey Act which seeks to address the U.S. Bureau of Land Managements (BLM) ownership claims to a 116- mile stretch of property along the Red River region of Texas and Oklahoma. TFB has expressed longstanding concerns about the BLMs claim to property that landowners have held titles to, managed and paid taxes on for generations in many cases.
Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act of 2016
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB opposes H.R. 5180, the Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act of 2016. H.R. 5180 would amend the Clean Air Act by revising the renewable fuel program, which requires transportation fuel to contain a minimum volume of renewable fuel. The legislation would require the EPA to cap the total volume of ethanol blended into the transportation fuel supply at 9.7 percent of projected gasoline demand as determined by the Energy Information Administration. TFB works to make sure similar legislation isnt introduced in 2017, as it discourages the production of renewable energy and crops used to produce renewable fuels.
Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act of 2016
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB opposes H.R. 5180, the Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act of 2016. H.R. 5180 would amend the Clean Air Act by revising the renewable fuel program, which requires transportation fuel to contain a minimum volume of renewable fuel. The legislation would require the EPA to cap the total volume of ethanol blended into the transportation fuel supply at 9.7 percent of projected gasoline demand as determined by the Energy Information Administration. TFB works to make sure similar legislation isnt introduced in 2017, as it discourages the production of renewable energy and crops used to produce renewable fuels
Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act of 2016
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB opposes H.R. 5180, the Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act of 2016. H.R. 5180 would amend the Clean Air Act by revising the renewable fuel program, which requires transportation fuel to contain a minimum volume of renewable fuel. The legislation would require the EPA to cap the total volume of ethanol blended into the transportation fuel supply at 9.7 percent of projected gasoline demand as determined by the Energy Information Administration. TFB works to make sure similar legislation isnt introduced in 2017, as it discourages the production of renewable energy and crops used to produce renewable fuels
Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act of 2016
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB opposes H.R. 5180, the Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act of 2016. H.R. 5180 would amend the Clean Air Act by revising the renewable fuel program, which requires transportation fuel to contain a minimum volume of renewable fuel. The legislation would require the EPA to cap the total volume of ethanol blended into the transportation fuel supply at 9.7 percent of projected gasoline demand as determined by the Energy Information Administration. TFB works to make sure similar legislation isnt introduced in 2017, as it discourages the production of renewable energy and crops used to produce renewable fuels
Texas Farm Bureau supports Congress taking action to restrict the authority of federal agencies to promote,adopt, and defend rules that are not authorized under the federal statutes. Farm Bureau supported the passage of H.R. 5, the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017.
A bill to reauthorize and amend the National Sea Grant College Program Act, and for other purposes.
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
GMO Labeling - Texas Farm Bureau supported passage of legislation S. 764 to pre-empt state laws which would enact a patchwork of conflicting regulations related to food labeling. Agriculture needs clarity with respect to technology access that only a single, federal standard can provide.
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Secretary of Agriculture relating to inspection of fish of the order Siluriformes.
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB opposed S.J. Res 28 which would overturn statutorily required imported catfish inspection by the United States Department of Agriculture Food Safety Inspection Service. Instead it would transfer inspection to the Food and Drug Administration. Keeping the inspection with FSIS provides more safety to consumers and helps protect domestic production from a devastating loss of finding adulterated fish on dinner tables. TFB also opposed the misuse of the Congressional Review Act to circumvent Congressional Intent.
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Secretary of Agriculture relating to inspection of fish of the order Siluriformes.
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
TFB opposed S.J. Res 28 which would overturn statutorily required imported catfish inspection by the United States Department of Agriculture Food Safety Inspection Service. Instead it would transfer inspection to the Food and Drug Administration. Keeping the inspection with FSIS provides more safety to consumers and helps protect domestic production from a devastating loss of finding adulterated fish on dinner tables. TFB also opposed the misuse of the Congressional Review Act to circumvent Congressional Intent.
Unrelated Business Income Tax - The non-profit Texas Farm Bureau receives income from its arrangement with for-profit affiliated entities. Considering the for-profit entity already pays taxes on profits as is appropriate, the U.S. tax code provides for special consideration for the non-profit. These considerations have been extended for one or two year periods through legislation. HR 1105 Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015 - Farm and ranch families need certainty their operations can be passed to future generations without fear of a debilitating tax bill. As long as the Estate Tax is in effect, Congressional action can make modifications that would expose more operations to the tax. Farm Bureau supports complete repeal of the tax.
Unrelated Business Income Tax - The non-profit Texas Farm Bureau receives income from its arrangement with for-profit affiliated entities. Considering the for-profit entity already pays taxes on profits as is appropriate, the U.S. tax code provides for special consideration for the non-profit. These considerations have been extended for one or two year periods through legislation. HR 1105 Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015 - Farm and ranch families need certainty their operations can be passed to future generations without fear of a debilitating tax bill. As long as the Estate Tax is in effect, Congressional action can make modifications that would expose more operations to the tax. Farm Bureau supports complete repeal of the tax.
Unrelated Business Income Tax - The non-profit Texas Farm Bureau receives income from its arrangement with for-profit affiliated entities. Considering the for-profit entity already pays taxes on profits as is appropriate, the U.S. tax code provides for special consideration for the non-profit. These considerations have been extended for one or two year periods through legislation. HR 1105 Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015 - Farm and ranch families need certainty their operations can be passed to future generations without fear of a debilitating tax bill. As long as the Estate Tax is in effect, Congressional action can make modifications that would expose more operations to the tax. Farm Bureau supports complete repeal of the tax.
Unrelated Business Income Tax - The non-profit Texas Farm Bureau receives income from its arrangement with for-profit affiliated entities. Considering the for-profit entity already pays taxes on profits as is appropriate, the U.S. tax code provides for special consideration for the non-profit. These considerations have been extended for one or two year periods through legislation. HR 1105 Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015 - Farm and ranch families need certainty their operations can be passed to future generations without fear of a debilitating tax bill. As long as the Estate Tax is in effect, Congressional action can make modifications that would expose more operations to the tax. Farm Bureau supports complete repeal of the tax.
Repeal of mandatory Country of Origin labeling for beef, pork and chicken. COOL must be repealed to avoid $3 billion in trade retaliation by Canada and Mexico. Such retaliation would be potentially devastating for agriculture. Supported HR 2393 and worked for its passage. Trade Promotion Authority - work in support of Congressional passage of H.R. 1314, Trade Act of 2015. Passage of fast track and trade promotion authority paves way for adoption of trade agreements that benefit agriculture.
Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
Withdrawal of EPA Water of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule, H.R. 1732 and S. 1140 each would require EPA and Army Corps of Engineers to withdraw their proposed rule and resubmit following terms laid down by Congress. This rule could have large negative impacts on farms and ranches across Texas. Therefore, we support both efforts to force its withdrawal.
Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
Withdrawal of EPA Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule, H.R. 1732 and S. 1140 each would require EPA and Army Corps of Engineers to withdraw their proposed rule and resubmit following terms laid down by Congress. This rule could have large negative impacts on farms and ranches across Texas. Therefore, we support both efforts to force its withdrawal.
Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
Withdrawal of EPA Water of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule, H.R. 1732 and S. 1140 each would require EPA and Army Corps of Engineers to withdraw their proposed rule and resubmit following terms laid down by Congress. This rule could have large negative impacts on farms and ranches across Texas. Therefore, we support both efforts to force its withdrawal.
Country of Origin Labeling Amendments Act of 2015
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
Repeal of mandatory Country of Origin labeling for beef, pork and chicken. COOL must be repealed to avoid $3 billion in trade retaliation by Canada and Mexico. Such retaliation would be potentially devastating for agriculture. Supported HR 2393 and worked for its passage. The U. S. Senate has yet to act on this issue. We continue to work for resolution.
Country of Origin Labeling Amendments Act of 2015
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
Repeal of mandatory Country of Origin labeling for beef, pork and chicken. COOL must be repealed to avoid $3 billion in trade retaliation by Canada and Mexico. Such retaliation would be potentially devastating for agriculture. Supported HR 2393 and worked for its passage. Congress repealed COOL in December 2015.
Country of Origin Labeling Amendments Act of 2015
Client: TEXAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: TEXAS FARM BUREAU
Repeal of mandatory Country of Origin labeling for beef, pork and chicken. COOL must be repealed to avoid $3 billion in trade retaliation by Canada and Mexico. Such retaliation would be potentially devastating for agriculture. Supported HR 2393 and worked for its passage. Trade Promotion Authority - work in support of Congressional passage of H.R. 1314, Trade Act of 2015. Passage of fast track and trade promotion authority paves way for adoption of trade agreements that benefit agriculture.
HR 399 Secure Borders Act & HR 1772 Legal Workforce Act - Modifications are needed to assure agriculture producers will have access to the legal workforce needed to grow and harvest a domestically produced supply of food and fiber.
HR 399 Secure Borders Act & HR 1772 Legal Workforce Act - Modifications are needed to assure agriculture producers will have access to the legal workforce needed to grow and harvest a domestically produced supply of food and fiber.
HR 399 Secure Borders Act & HR 1772 Legal Workforce Act - Modifications are needed to assure agriculture producers will have access to the legal workforce needed to grow and harvest a domestically produced supply of food and fiber.
Withdrawal of EPA Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule, H.R. 1732 and S. 1140 each would require EPA and Army Corps of Engineers to withdraw their proposed rule and resubmit following terms laid down by Congress. This rule could have large negative impacts on farms and ranches across Texas. Therefore, we support both efforts to force its withdrawal.
Withdrawal of EPA Water of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule, H.R. 1732 and S. 1140 each would require EPA and Army Corps of Engineers to withdraw their proposed rule and resubmit following terms laid down by Congress. This rule could have large negative impacts on farms and ranches across Texas. Therefore, we support both efforts to force its withdrawal.
Withdrawal of EPA Water of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule, H.R. 1732 and S. 1140 each would require EPA and Army Corps of Engineers to withdraw their proposed rule and resubmit following terms laid down by Congress. This rule could have large negative impacts on farms and ranches across Texas. Therefore, we support both efforts to force its withdrawal.
HR 399 Secure Borders Act & HR 1772 Legal Workforce Act - Modifications are needed to assure agriculture producers will have access to the legal workforce needed to grow and harvest a domestically produced supply of food and fiber.
HR 399 Secure Borders Act & HR 1772 Legal Workforce Act - Modifications are needed to assure agriculture producers will have access to the legal workforce needed to grow and harvest a domestically produced supply of food and fiber.
HR 399 Secure Borders Act & HR 1772 Legal Workforce Act - Modifications are needed to assure agriculture producers will have access to the legal workforce needed to grow and harvest a domestically produced supply of food and fiber.
TFB advocated for FY2026 appropriations to provide critical funding to combat the New World Screwworm and to continue pressing the urgency of controlling the NWS in Mexico to keep it out of the U.S.
TFB lobbied lawmakers to provide additional economic assistance for farmers and ranchers who are suffering through the farm economic downturn. TFB is urging lawmakers to include additional funding in the next funding vehicle.
TFB advocated to reform the agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TEXAS FARM BUREAU via TEXAS FARM BUREAU
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
TFB lobbied lawmakers to provide additional economic assistance for farmers and ranchers who are suffering through the farm economic downturn. TFB is urging lawmakers to include additional funding in the next funding vehicle.
TFB advocated for FY2026 appropriations to provide critical funding to combat the New World Screwworm and to continue pressing the urgency of controlling the NWS in Mexico to keep it out of the U.S.
1. TFB advocated for expanded markets for commodity products through opening more international trade opportunities. We expressed how tariffs are impacting farmers and ranchers but explained how holding other counties accountable is something TFB members feel strongly about. 2. TFB discussed the importance of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada agreement (USMCA) and that we must ensure provisions of the agreement are enforced as the trade deal is reviewed over 2026. TFB also urged USTR and Congressional leaders to include provisions to enforce the 1944 U.S-Mexico Water Treaty in the USMCA.
1. TFB advocated for passage of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 to finish the farm bill. 2. TFB expressed the dire need for Congress to complete a new farm bill. TFB expressed the provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) are positive, but the rest of the farm bill provisions must be reauthorized. 3. TFB asked Congressional members to vote YES on the ESA Amendments Act of 2025 to incentivize conservation on private lands through Conservation Benefit Plans and help with overly burdensome ESA listing regulations. 4. TFB lobbied Congress to support the Buy American Cotton Act (BACA). TFB has been urging lawmakers to co-sponsor the legislation. The bill would provide a tax incentive to retailers who buy American cotton for their products.
TFB advocated to reform the agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TEXAS FARM BUREAU via TEXAS FARM BUREAU
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
TFB lobbied lawmakers to provide additional economic assistance for farmers and ranchers who are suffering through the farm economic downturn. TFB is urging lawmakers to include additional funding in the next Continuing Resolution (CR).
TFB advocated to either create a new or reform the existing agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
1. TFB advocated hard for passage of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 to finish the farm bill. 2. TFB expressed the dire need for Congress to complete a new farm bill. TFB expressed the provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) are positive, but the rest of the farm bill provisions must be reauthorized. 3. TFB asked Congressional members to vote YES on the ESA Amendments Act of 2025 to incentivize conservation on private lands through Conservation Benefit Plans and help with overly burdensome ESA listing regulations.
1. TFB advocated for expanded markets for commodity products through opening more international trade opportunities. We expressed how tariffs are impacting farmers and ranchers but explained how holding other counties accountable is something TFB members feel strongly about. 2. TFB discussed the importance of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada agreement (USMCA) and that we must ensure provisions of the agreement are enforced as the trade deal is reviewed over 2026. TFB also urged USTR and Congressional leaders to include provisions to enforce the 1944 U.S-Mexico Water Treaty in the USMCA.
TFB advocated for FY2026 appropriations to provide critical funding to combat the New World Screwworm and to continue pressing the urgency of controlling the NWS in Mexico to keep it out of the U.S.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
TFB advocated to either create a new or reform the existing agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
TFB advocated for FY2026 appropriations to provide critical funding to combat the New World Screwworm and to continue pressing the urgency of controlling the NWS in Mexico to keep it out of the U.S.
TFB expressed the dire need for Congress to complete a new farm bill. TFB expressed the provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) are positive, but the rest of the farm bill provisions must be reauthorized.
TFB lobbied lawmakers to provide additional economic assistance for farmers and ranchers who are suffering through the farm economic downturn. TFB is urging lawmakers to include additional funding in the next Continuing Resolution (CR).
1. TFB advocated for expanded markets for commodity products through opening more international trade opportunities. We expressed how tariffs are impacting farmers and ranchers, but explained how holding other counties accountable is something TFB members feel strongly about. 2. TFB discussed the importance of the U.S. - Mexico - Canada agreement and that we must ensure provisions of the agreement are enforced as the trade deal is reviewed over 2026.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2025 · third_quarter · Q3
TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
TFB strongly urged lawmakers to press the Administration to fund a $750 million domestic insect production facility to combat the New World screwworm.
1. TFB advocated for FY2026 appropriations to provide critical funding to combat the New World Screwworm and to build a sterile insect production facility. TFB is also heavily pushing the Office of Management and Budget to approve $300 million in funding for USDA to use to construct a Sterile Insect Production Facility. 2. TFB strongly advocated in favor of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act which includes updates in the farm safety net, as well as extensions and permanency in the key ag tax provisions in 2017 TCJA.
TFB expressed the dire need for Congress to pass a new farm bill. Texas farmers and ranchers have experienced challenges with inflation, drought, extreme weather, sluggish markets, lack of labor, etc. TFB expressed how important it is to pass a new farm bill.
TFB lobbied lawmakers to urge USDA to deliver assistance for 2025 natural disaster assistance and economic losses for producers.
TFB pushed back against claims Americas food system is flawed and certain pesticides, herbicides, and additives are harming our food system. TFB also educated Congressional leaders on the role all farms, both larger and smaller in scale, play in securing the future of our food and fiber supply.
1. TFB advocated for expanded markets for commodity products through opening more international trade opportunities. We expressed how tariffs are impacting farmers and ranchers, but explained how holding other counties accountable is something TFB members feel strongly about. 2. TFB discussed the importance of the U.S. - Mexico - Canada agreement and that we must ensure provisions of the agreement are enforced as the trade deal is reviewed over 2026.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2025 · second_quarter · Q2
TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers
TFB advocated for making certain provisions permanent in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, such as the death tax exemption rate, section 199A business income deduction, sec. 179, and bonus depreciation.
1. TFB advocated for FY2026 appropriations to provide critical funding to combat the New World Screwworm and to build a sterile insect production facility. TFB is also heavily pushing the Office of Management and Budget to approve $300 million in funding for USDA to use to construct a Sterile Insect Production Facility. 2. TFB strongly advocated in favor of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act which includes updates in the farm safety net, as well as extensions and permanency in the key ag tax provisions in 2017 TCJA.
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2025 · first_quarter · Q1
1. TFB advocated for FY2026 appropriations to provide critical funding to combat the New World Screwworm and to build a sterile insect production facility.
1. TFB expressed the dire need for Congress to pass a new farm bill. Texas farmers and ranchers have experienced challenges with inflation, drought, extreme weather, sluggish markets, lack of labor, etc. TFB expressed how important it is to pass a new farm bill.
1. TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2. TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR).
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2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
1. TFB urged lawmakers to be outspoken on the need for Mexico to abide by the 1944 Water Treaty and delivery, annually, water to the U.S. Mexico has not been upholding their end of the Treaty and is drastically behind in delivering water to the U.S.
1. TFB expressed the dire need for Congress to pass a new farm bill. Texas farmers and ranchers have experienced challenges with inflation, drought, extreme weather, sluggish markets, lack of labor, etc. TFB expressed how important it is to pass a new farm bill.
1. TFB advocated for FY2025 appropriations to reinstate the production and distribution of M-44, a predation control tool used by sheep and goat producers. 2. TFB supported the American Relief Act (continuing resolution) that included economic and natural disaster assistance aid to agriculture.
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2024 · third_quarter · Q3
1. TFB advocated for making certain provisions permanent in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, such as the death tax exemption rate, section 199A business income deduction, sec. 179, and bonus depreciation.
1. TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2. TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR). 3. TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas.
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2024 · second_quarter · Q2
1. TFB advocated for various animal health provisions to be included in the Fiscal Year 2023 Agricultural Appropriations. These provisions would help farmers and ranchers dealing with the electronic ID for cattle, cattle fever tick, feral hogs, and other predator control. 2. TFB advocated for FY2025 appropriations to reinstate the production and distribution of M-44, a predation control too used by sheep and goat producers. 3. TFB opposed an amendment by Congresswoman Harriet Hageman that would defund a USDA Electronic Identification of Cattle and Bison rule that would upgrade technology of ear tags for cattle or bison 18 months or older, sexually intact and traveling across state lines. 4. TFB opposed an amendment by Congressman August Pfluger to defund the Livestock Dealer Trust legislation passed in 2020.
1. TFB adamantly opposes the methodology used by USDA to deliver disaster assistance to farmers and ranchers who suffered losses from drought and other natural disasters over the 2022 crop year. TFB urges lawmakers to reach out to USDA to express grave concerns. 2. TFB lobbied for 2023-2024 disaster assistance for producers suffering losses from drought and natural disasters, especially from wildfires.
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2024 · first_quarter · Q1
1. TFB urged lawmakers to be outspoken on the need for Mexico to abide by the 1944 Water Treaty and delivery, annually, water to the U.S. Mexico has not been upholding their end of the Treaty and is drastically behind in delivering water to the U.S.
1. TFB lobbied Congressional leaders to ensure farmers and ranchers concerns are heard about a new Biden-era Waters of the U.S. Rule to replace the Trump-era Navigable Waters, Protection Rule. TFB is asking leaders in Congress to voice concerns with the EPA. 2. TFB advocated making any climate change initiatives/legislation voluntary instead of mandatory to ensure farmers and ranchers are protected from overregulation. 3. TFB discussed how regulations in the administration can hinder our national food security. TFB shared concerns about EPAs plan to possibly limit the use of atrazine.
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2023 · fourth_quarter · Q4
1.TFB advocated for making certain provisions permanent in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, such as the death tax exemption rate, section 199A business income deduction, sec. 179, and bonus depreciation.
1.TFB lobbied lawmakers about crafting the 2023 farm bill and expressed the need to strengthen the farm safety net. Texas farmers and ranchers have experienced challenges with inflation, drought, extreme weather, sluggish markets, lack of labor, etc. TFB expressed how important it is to pass a new farm bill before the current 2018 farm bill expires.
1.TFB lobbied Congressional leaders to ensure farmers and ranchers concerns are heard about a new Biden-era Waters of the U.S. Rule to replace the Trump-era Navigable Waters, Protection Rule. TFB is asking leaders in Congress to voice concerns with the EPA. 2.TFB advocated making any climate change initiatives/legislation voluntary instead of mandatory to ensure farmers and ranchers are protected from overregulation. They voiced concerns regarding the 30X30 plan as well as other climate initiatives that could hurt American agriculture. 3.TFB discussed how regulations in the administration can hinder our national food security. TFB shared concerns about EPAs plan to possibly limit the use of atrazine.
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2023 · third_quarter · Q3
1.TFB lobbied Congressional leaders to ensure farmers and ranchers concerns are heard about a new Biden-era Waters of the U.S. Rule to replace the Trump-era Navigable Waters, Protection Rule. TFB is asking leaders in Congress to voice concerns with the EPA. 2.TFB advocated making any climate change initiatives/legislation voluntary instead of mandatory to ensure farmers and ranchers are protected from overregulation. They voiced concerns regarding the 30X30 plan as well as other climate initiatives that could hurt American agriculture. 3.TFB discussed how regulations in the administration can hinder our national food security. TFB shared concerns about EPAs plan to possibly limit the use of atrazine.
1.TFB visited with Congressional members regarding our opposition to the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act by Sens. Deb Fischer and Chuck Grassley. The legislation would have negative consequences for cattle producers. TFB has recently visited with members regarding concerns. 2.TFB expressed support for the Healthy Poultry Assistance and Indemnification (HPAI) Act. The bill would expand the USDA APHIS compensation program to all poultry growers and layer operations within a highly pathogenic avian influenza control area, rather than only those whose flocks are infected. TFB also advocated for other solutions to provide additional assistance for poultry growers. 3.TFB lobbied against Congresswoman Victoria Spartzs Amendment number 76 in the 2024 Agricultural Appropriations bill that would have prohibited any appropriated funds from helping operate any commodity checkoff programs.
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2023 · second_quarter · Q2
1. TFB lobbied Congressional leaders to ensure farmers and ranchers concerns are heard about a new Biden-era Waters of the U.S. Rule to replace the Trump-era Navigable Waters, Protection Rule. TFB is asking leaders in Congress to voice concerns with the EPA. 2. TFB advocated making any climate change initiatives/legislation voluntary instead of mandatory to ensure farmers and ranchers are protected from overregulation. They voiced concerns regarding the 30X30 plan as well as other climate initiatives that could hurt American agriculture. 3. TFB discussed how regulations in the administration can hinder our national food security. TFB shared concerns about EPAs plan to possibly limit the use of atrazine.
1. TFB lobbied lawmakers about crafting the 2023 farm bill and expressed the need to strengthen the farm safety net. Texas farmers and ranchers have experienced challenges with inflation, drought, extreme weather, sluggish markets, lack of labor, etc. TFB expressed how important it is to pass a new farm bill before the current 2018 farm bill expires. 2. TFB visited with Congressional members and staff regarding the need for rural broadband and cell service and ensuring funding goes to underserved areas. TFB has concerns about all the grants and funding being funneled into the suburban areas of Texas.
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2023 · first_quarter · Q1
1. TFB lobbied lawmakers about crafting the 2023 farm bill and expressed the need to strengthen the farm safety net. Texas farmers and ranchers have experienced challenges with inflation, drought, extreme weather, sluggish markets, lack of labor, etc. TFB expressed how important it is to pass a new farm bill before the current 2018 farm bill expires. 2. TFB visited with Congressional members and staff regarding the need for rural broadband and cell service and ensuring funding goes to underserved areas. TFB has concerns about all the grants and funding being funneled into the suburban areas of Texas.
1. TFB advocated for making certain provisions permanent in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, such as the death tax exemption rate, section 199A business income deduction and bonus depreciation. TFB also lobbied against increased taxes in the Presidents budget.
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2022 · fourth_quarter · Q4
1.TFB visited with Congressional members regarding our opposition to the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act by Sens. Deb Fischer and Chuck Grassley. The legislation would have negative consequences for cattle producers. TFB has recently visited with members regarding concerns. 2.TFB supported a resolution by Congressman August Pfluger to protect American Sheep and Goat producers by requiring the USDA to delay the implementation of a rule on the importation of sheep and goats from the UK that could have serious implications for the domestic sheep and goat industry.
1.TFB lobbied lawmakers about crafting the 2023 farm bill and expressed the need to strengthen the farm safety net. Texas farmers and ranchers have experienced challenges with inflation, drought, extreme weather, sluggish markets, lack of labor, etc. TFB expressed how important it is to pass a new farm bill before the current 2018 farm bill expires. 2.TFB visited with Congressional members and staff regarding the need for rural broadband and cell service and ensuring funding goes to underserved areas. TFB has concerns about all the grants and funding being funneled into the suburban areas of Texas.
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2022 · third_quarter · Q3
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
TFB voiced concerns with Congressman David Scotts Small Family Farmer and Rancher Act (H.R. 8590), which would increase premiums on the Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) program for cattle producers with 100 or less head of cattle. TFB continues working with Congressional leaders to increase transparency in cattle markets TFB visited with Congressional members regarding our opposition to the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act by Sens. Deb Fischer and Chuck Grassley. The legislation would have negative consequences for cattle producers. TFB has recently visited with members regarding concerns. TFB supported a resolution by Congressman August Pfluger to protect American Sheep and Goat producers by requiring the USDA to delay the implementation of a rule on the importation of sheep and goats from the UK that could have serious implications for the domestic sheep and goat industry.
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2022 · second_quarter · Q2
TFB lobbied Congressional leaders to ensure farmers and ranchers concerns are heard about a new Biden era Waters of the U.S. Rule to replace the Trump era Navigable Waters, Protection Rule. TFB is asking leaders in Congress to voice concerns with the EPA. TFB advocated making any climate change initiatives/legislation voluntary instead of mandatory to ensure farmers and ranchers are protected from overregulation. They voiced concerns regarding the 30X30 plan as well as other climate initiatives that could hurt American agriculture. TFB discussed how regulations in the administration can hinder our national food security. TFB shared concerns about EPAs plan to possibly limit the use of atrazine.
TFB advocated against negative tax policies in the scaled-down reconciliation package. Included was advocating against abolishing stepped-up basis, cutting the estate tax exemption rate, narrowing 199A business income deduction, raising the corporate tax rate, and instating a methane tax. TFB continues to fight against using tax increases on agriculture to pay for items in the reconciliation package. TFB advocated for various animal health provisions to be included in the Fiscal Year 2022 and 2023 Agricultural Appropriations. These provisions would help farmers and ranchers dealing with the cattle fever tick, feral hogs, and other predator control.
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2022 · first_quarter · Q1
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB supports and urged passage of H.R. 4896, the RAPID Act, to reimburse landowners for losses caused by illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
TFB supports and advocated for the Haulers of Agriculture and Livestock Safety (HAULS) Act by Sens. Fischer, Tester, Wicker, and Smith to modernize the agriculture exemption to the hours-of-service rules and provide regulatory relief to producers. TFB opposed legislation that would raise minimum insurance levels for CMVs from $750,000 to $4.9 million. H.R. 3781, known as the INSURANCE Act, would be devastating for small-business truckers who would see their premiums triple within a year. TFB discussed S. 3580, the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, which would ease ongoing congestion and logistical obstacles that threaten U.S. farmers and ranchers ability to meet much-welcome increases in foreign demand for our products.
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2021 · fourth_quarter · Q4
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB supports and urged passage of H.R. 4896, the RAPID Act, to reimburse landowners for losses caused by illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
TFB advocated against negative tax policies in the reconciliation package. Included was advocating against abolishing stepped-up basis, cutting the estate tax exemption rate, narrowing 199A business income deduction, raising the corporate tax rate, and instating a methane tax. TFB continues to fight against using tax increases on agriculture to pay for items in the reconciliation package. TFB advocated for various animal health provisions to be included in the Fiscal Year 2022 Agricultural Appropriations. These provisions would help farmers and ranchers dealing with the cattle fever tick and feral hogs. It would also create additional resources for Agricultural Research Services and the Animal Plant and Health Inspection Service to help combat animal pests.
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2021 · third_quarter · Q3
TFB advocated against negative tax policies in the reconciliation package. Included was advocating against abolishing stepped-up basis, cutting the estate tax exemption rate, narrowing 199A business income deduction, raising the corporate tax rate, and instating a methane tax. TFB continues to fight against using tax increases on agriculture to pay for items in the reconciliation package. TFB advocated for various animal health provisions to be included in the Fiscal Year 2022 Agricultural Appropriations. These provisions would help farmers and ranchers dealing with the cattle fever tick and feral hogs. It would also create additional resources for Agricultural Research Services and the Animal Plant and Health Inspection Service to help combat animal pests.
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB supports and urged passage of H.R. 4896, the RAPID Act, to reimburse landowners for losses caused by illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
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2021 · second_quarter · Q2
TFB advocated for various animal health provisions to be included in the Fiscal Year 2022 Agricultural Appropriations. These provisions would help farmers and ranchers dealing with the cattle fever tick and feral hogs. It would also create additional resources for Agricultural Research Services and the Animal Plant and Health Inspection Service to help combat animal pests.
TFB is concerned about the labeling of fake meat which is cultured in a lab or made from plants. TFB has told leaders in D.C. that inaccurate or misleading labeling of lab grown or plant products as meat poses a threat to agriculture and consumers that rely on nutrient dense, safe meat products. TFB asks for the USDA to oversee the food safety aspects and labeling of these products. TFB supports a meat processing bill authored by Reps. Henry Cuellar and Dusty Johnson of South Dakota, the DIRECT Act will allow State Inspected (MPI) meat to be sold across state lines, but only through e-commerce, allowing small producers and processors more options to directly market to consumers. The legislation allows new flexibilities without compromising food safety recall ability, or jeopardizing trade market access through equivalency agreements. TFB has concerns regarding the Processing Revival and Intrastate Exemption (PRIME) Act by Congressman Tom Massey (R-KY) and Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-ME) in May 2019. Recent impacts of COVID-19 on meat processing have brought this bill some light recently. The PRIME Act would remove the federal requirement for states to have an inspection program at least equal to that of FSIS for products offered in intrastate commerce. TFB has expressed concerns regarding food safety with Congressional offices.
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2021 · first_quarter · Q1
TFB weighed in on trade tariffs on China. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the China trade issue. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through COVID-19 relief legislation. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided. TFB supports and lobbied for H.R. 1692, the Rehabilitating Economic Success Through Overcoming Rural Emergencies) Act by Reps. Ronny Jackson and Henry Cuellar to help farmers recover from natural disasters by reauthorizing the USDA WHIP+ program to cover 2020 and 2021 disasters. TFB lobbied Congress to include hurricane disaster aid and a WHIP extension for 2020 and 2021 crop years. TFB members have had crops devastated due to natural disasters like Hurricane Hanna.
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2020 · fourth_quarter · Q4
TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members. TFB weighed in on trade tariffs on China. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the China trade issue. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through the recent H.R. 113 the COVID-19 relief/Omnibus package. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided. TFB lobbied Congress to include hurricane disaster aid and a WHIP extension. TFB members have had crops devastated due to natural disasters like Hurricane Hanna.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2020 · third_quarter · Q3
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supported the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and its entry into force. TFB weighed in on trade tariffs on China. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the China trade issue. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through S. 3548, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided. TFB lobbied Congress to include hurricane disaster aid and a WHIP extension in a end of year spending package. TFB members have had crops devastated due to natural disasters like Hurricane Hanna.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2020 · second_quarter · Q2
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supported the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and its entry into force. TFB weighed in on trade tariffs on China. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the China trade issue. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through S. 3548, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided.
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2020 · first_quarter · Q1
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supported the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and is working to ensure it is implemented. TFB weighed in on trade tariffs on China. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the China trade issue. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
TFB advocated for the EPAs new Clean Water Rule. TFB told leaders in D.C. that the implementation of the rule is critical to safeguard against the 2015 Waters of the U.S. rule which would have infringed on farmers, ranchers and landowners property rights.
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2019 · fourth_quarter · Q4
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supports the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). TFB weighed in on trade tariffs on China. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the China trade issue. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
TFB advocated for the EPAs new Clean Water Rule. TFB told leaders in D.C. that the implementation of the rule is critical to safeguard against the 2015 Waters of the U.S. rule which would have infringed on farmers, ranchers and landowners property rights.
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2019 · third_quarter · Q3
TFB advocated for the EPAs new Clean Water Rule. TFB told leaders in D.C. that the implementation of the rule is critical to safeguard against the 2015 Waters of the U.S. rule which would have infringed on farmers, ranchers and landowners property rights.
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supports the United States, Mexico, Canada Agreement (USMCA) and updates to the agreement that would provide progress. TFB weighed in on the Trump Administrations trade tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the trade issue and want to make sure the trade issues with China, Canada and Mexico do not negatively impact farmers and ranchers. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2019 · second_quarter · Q2
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supports the United States, Mexico, Canada Agreement (USMCA) and updates to the agreement that would provide progress. TFB weighed in on the Trump Administrations trade tariffs on China. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the trade issue and want to make sure the trade issues with China do not negatively impact farmers and ranchers. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
TFB advocated for the EPAs new Clean Water Rule. TFB told leaders in D.C. that the implementation of the rule is critical to safeguard against the 2015 Waters of the U.S. rule which would have infringed on farmers, ranchers and landowners property rights.
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2019 · first_quarter · Q1
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) advocated for seamless implementation of H.R. 2, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018. It provides adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposed budget cuts to agriculture. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick.
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supports the United States, Mexico, Canada Agreement (USMCA) and updates to the agreement that would provide progress. TFB weighed in on the Trump Administrations trade tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the trade issue and want to make sure the trade issues with China, Canada and Mexico do not negatively impact farmers and ranchers. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
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2018 · fourth_quarter · Q4
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supports the United States, Mexico, Canada Agreement (USMCA) and updates to the agreement that would provide progress. TFB weighed in on the Trump Administrations trade tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico and retaliatory tariffs. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the trade issue and want to make sure the trade issues with China, Canada and Mexico do not negatively impact farmers and ranchers. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) supported final passage of H.R. 2, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018. It provides adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposed further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick. TFB worked to include an amendment in the farm bill to allow producers to use ELAP for gathering for inspection of cattle.
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2018 · third_quarter · Q3
TFB supports H.R. 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 and S. 3042 the Agriculture Improvement Act. It provides adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposes further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick. TFB worked to include an amendment in the Senate farm bill to allow producers to use ELAP for gathering for inspection of cattle.
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supports the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and updates to the agreement that would provide progress. TFB opposes any major changes to NAFTA that could negatively impact the U.S. agricultural trade relationships with Mexico and Canada. TFB weighed in on the Trump Administrations trade tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico and retaliatory tariffs. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the trade issue and want to make sure the trade issues with China, Canada and Mexico do not negatively impact farmers and ranchers. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
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2018 · second_quarter · Q2
TFB supports any relief that can be provided from Congress on the Electronic Logging Device mandate that was implemented in December 2017. TFB has stressed concerns with the ELD mandate to leaders of Congress and continues working toward a solution. TFB supports multiple pieces of legislation to address the ELD mandate and Hours of Service issue with hauling livestock and commodities.
TFB supported the Securing Americas Future (SAF) Act because it includes Chairman Bob Goodlattes Agriculture Guestworker Act, which would create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. Agriculture operations are very labor intensive, and a domestic work-force willing to fulfill the workload is not available. Agriculture producers are often required to hire foreign workers to complete these tasks. Without adequate procedures in place for producers to secure workers in a timely manner, producers are at risk of losing perishable crops. Texas Farm Bureau is seeking comprehensive reform to US immigration and border security.
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2018 · first_quarter · Q1
TFB supports any relief that can be provided from Congress on the Electronic Logging Device mandate that was implemented in December 2017. TFB has stressed concerns with the ELD mandate to leaders of Congress and continues working toward a solution.
TFB supports a 2018 Farm Bill providing adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposes further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB supports including cotton in Title I of the Farm Bill. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick. TFB corresponded with Chairman Mike Conaway to show support for the Securing all Livestock Equitability (SALE) Act after issues with the bill are resolved. The legislation is meant to protect sale barns and livestock producers from the recurring trend of defaults of livestock dealers.
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2017 · fourth_quarter · Q4
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supports the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and updates to the agreement that would provide progress. TFB opposes any major changes to NAFTA that could negatively impact the U.S. agricultural trade relationships with Mexico and Canada.
TFB supported Chairman Bob Goodlattes Agriculture Guestworker Act of 2017, which would create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. Agriculture operations are very labor intensive, and a domestic work-force willing to fulfill the workload is not available. Agriculture producers are often required to hire foreign workers to complete these tasks. Without adequate procedures in place for producers to secure workers in a timely manner, producers are at risk of losing perishable crops. Texas Farm Bureau is seeking comprehensive reform to US immigration and border security.
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2017 · third_quarter · Q3
TFB supported efforts to make the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reconsider the Waters of the U.S. rule proposal and advocates for a complete withdrawal of EPA Water of the U.S. (WOTUS). This rule could have large negative impacts on farms and ranches across Texas.
TFB opposes H.R. 5180, the Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act of 2016. H.R. 5180 would amend the Clean Air Act by revising the renewable fuel program, which requires transportation fuel to contain a minimum volume of renewable fuel. The legislation would require the EPA to cap the total volume of ethanol blended into the transportation fuel supply at 9.7 percent of projected gasoline demand as determined by the Energy Information Administration. TFB works to make sure similar legislation isnt introduced in 2017, as it discourages the production of renewable energy and crops used to produce renewable fuels.
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2017 · second_quarter · Q2
TFB supports a 2018 Farm Bill providing adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposes further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB supports including cotton in Title I of the Farm Bill. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick. TFB urged the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services (FWS) to take more action to control the fever tick on the FWS controlled Laguna Atascosa Wildlife Refuge located in the Lower Rio Grande Valley.
TFB supported efforts to make the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reconsider the Waters of the U.S. rule proposal and advocates for a complete withdrawal of EPA Water of the U.S. (WOTUS). This rule could have large negative impacts on farms and ranches across Texas.
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2017 · first_quarter · Q1
TFB supported H.R. 5, the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017 to solve the problem of overreaching, ill-considered government regulations that negatively impact farmers and ranchers. TFB advocated for the legislation which requires agencies to choose the lowest-cost rulemaking alternative that meets statutory objectives and requires greater opportunity for public input and vetting of critical information for rules passed by agencies. TFB supported an amendment by Rep. Collin Peterson to prohibit agencies from impartially communicating with the public in order to generate support or opposition to a proposed rule. TFB supports the passage and enactment of H.R. 953, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2017, and S. 340, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act (SEPA) which would clarify Congressional intent regarding regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters. TFB corresponded with Members of Congress to express support for reducing duplicative and needless regulations on pesticide applicators used by agricultural producers.
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2016 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Texas Farm Bureau supports farmers having access to the herbicide Atrazine. The Ecological Risk Assessment being considered by the EPA would greatly reduce the access to this chemical. Farm Bureau encouraged Members of Congress to sign Rep. Ken Buck's letter to the EPA requesting that the agency take farmers' comments seriously and revise the risk assessment.
Support for passage of Farm Bill, providing authority for comparable program, research promotion and trade.
Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) - Texas Farm Bureau supports passage of this 12-nation trade agreement, actively working in Congress to advocate and gain support for passage of this agreement.
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2016 · third_quarter · Q3
GMO Labeling - Texas Farm Bureau supported passage of legislation to pre-empt state laws which would enact a patchwork of conflicting regulations related to food labeling. Agriculture needs clarity with respect to technology access that only a single, federal standard can provide.
Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) - Texas Farm Bureau supports passage of this 12-nation trade agreement.
TFB opposed S.J. Res 28 which would overturn statutorily required imported catfish inspection by the United States Department of Agriculture Food Safety Inspection Service. Instead it would transfer inspection to the Food and Drug Administration. Keeping the inspection with FSIS provides more safety to consumers and helps protect domestic production from a devastating loss of finding adulterated fish on dinner tables. TFB also opposed the misuse of the Congressional Review Act to circumvent Congressional Intent.
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2016 · second_quarter · Q2
WOTUS Rule by EPA - The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers sought public comments on a proposed rulemaking that will vastly expand the federal jurisdictional of the Clean Water Act. If finalized, many ditches, farm ponds, waterways, erosion control features, and adjacent wetland areas could be interpreted to be waters of the United States and therefore regulated by the EPA and Corps of Engineers. Texas Farm Bureau seeks to have EPA and the Corps of Engineers withdraw this damaging and extremely unpopular rule.
Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) - Texas Farm Bureau supports passage of this 12-nation trade agreement.
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2016 · first_quarter · Q1
WOTUS Rule by EPA The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers sought public comments on a proposed rulemaking that will vastly expand the federal jurisdictional of the Clean Water Act. If finalized, many ditches, farm ponds, waterways, erosion control features, and adjacent wetland areas could be interpreted to be waters of the United States and therefore regulated by the EPA and Corps of Engineers. Texas Farm Bureau seeks to have EPA and the Corps of Engineers withdraw this damaging and extremely unpopular rule.
Comprehensive immigration reform, seeking support and passage of legislation providing for an adequate agriculture workforce, a workable process for agricultural producers in determining a worker's legal status, and improving border security against harmful actions.
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2015 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Unrelated Business Income Tax - The non-profit Texas Farm Bureau receives income from its arrangement with for-profit affiliated entities. Considering the for-profit entity already pays taxes on profits as is appropriate, the U.S. tax code provides for special consideration for the non-profit. These considerations have been extended for one or two year periods through legislation. Tax Extenders: Farm and Ranch families are subject to many tax provisions that expired December 31, 2014. Farm Bureau worked toward passage of a year-end package of tax extenders that are of importance to farm and ranch businesses, such as Section 179 expensing, which was signed into law in December.
Withdrawal of EPA Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule, H.R. 1732 and S. 1140 each would require EPA and Army Corps of Engineers to withdraw their proposed rule and resubmit following terms laid down by Congress. This rule could have large negative impacts on farms and ranches across Texas. Therefore, we support both efforts to force its withdrawal.
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2015 · third_quarter · Q3
Repeal of mandatory Country of Origin labeling for beef, pork and chicken. COOL must be repealed to avoid $3 billion in trade retaliation by Canada and Mexico. Such retaliation would be potentially devastating for agriculture. Supported HR 2393 and worked for its passage. The U. S. Senate has yet to act on this issue. We continue to work for resolution.
Unrelated Business Income Tax - The non-profit Texas Farm Bureau receives income from its arrangement with for-profit affiliated entities. Considering the for-profit entity already pays taxes on profits as is appropriate, the U.S. tax code provides for special consideration for the non-profit. These considerations have been extended for one or two year periods through legislation. Tax Extenders: Farm and Ranch families are subject to many tax provisions that expired December 31, 2014. Farm Bureau works toward passage of a year-end package of tax extenders that are of importance to farm and ranch businesses, such as Section 179 expensing.
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2015 · second_quarter · Q2
Unrelated Business Income Tax - The non-profit Texas Farm Bureau receives income from its arrangement with for-profit affiliated entities. Considering the for-profit entity already pays taxes on profits as is appropriate, the U.S. tax code provides for special consideration for the non-profit. These considerations have been extended for one or two year periods through legislation. HR 1105 Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015 - Farm and ranch families need certainty their operations can be passed to future generations without fear of a debilitating tax bill. As long as the Estate Tax is in effect, Congressional action can make modifications that would expose more operations to the tax. Farm Bureau supports complete repeal of the tax.
Withdrawal of EPA Water of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule, H.R. 1732 and S. 1140 each would require EPA and Army Corps of Engineers to withdraw their proposed rule and resubmit following terms laid down by Congress. This rule could have large negative impacts on farms and ranches across Texas. Therefore, we support both efforts to force its withdrawal.
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2015 · first_quarter · 1A
HR 399 Secure Borders Act & HR 1772 Legal Workforce Act - Modifications are needed to assure agriculture producers will have access to the legal workforce needed to grow and harvest a domestically produced supply of food and fiber.
Unrelated Business Income Tax - The non-profit Texas Farm Bureau receives income from its arrangement with for-profit affiliated entities. Considering the for-profit entity already pays taxes on profits as is appropriate, the U.S. tax code provides for special consideration for the non-profit. These considerations have been extended for one or two year periods through legislation. HR 1105 Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015 - Farm and ranch families need certainty their operations can be passed to future generations without fear of a debilitating tax bill. As long as the Estate Tax is in effect, Congressional action can make modifications that would expose more operations to the tax. Farm Bureau supports complete repeal of the tax.
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2015 · first_quarter · 1A
HR 399 Secure Borders Act & HR 1772 Legal Workforce Act - Modifications are needed to assure agriculture producers will have access to the legal workforce needed to grow and harvest a domestically produced supply of food and fiber.
Unrelated Business Income Tax - The non-profit Texas Farm Bureau receives income from its arrangement with for-profit affiliated entities. Considering the for-profit entity already pays taxes on profits as is appropriate, the U.S. tax code provides for special consideration for the non-profit. These considerations have been extended for one or two year periods through legislation. HR 1105 Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015 - Farm and ranch families need certainty their operations can be passed to future generations without fear of a debilitating tax bill. As long as the Estate Tax is in effect, Congressional action can make modifications that would expose more operations to the tax. Farm Bureau supports complete repeal of the tax.
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2015 · first_quarter · Q1
Provides framework for administration to negotiate trade agreements with foreign countries, and provides for a simple up-or-down vote by Congress on those agreements. Approval provides improved opportunities for sales of U.S. agriculture commodities.
Unrelated Business Income Tax - The non-profit Texas Farm Bureau receives income from its arrangement with for-profit affiliated entities. Considering the for-profit entity already pays taxes on profits as is appropriate, the U.S. tax code provides for special consideration for the non-profit. These considerations have been extended for one or two year periods through legislation. HR 1105 Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015 - Farm and ranch families need certainty their operations can be passed to future generations without fear of a debilitating tax bill. As long as the Estate Tax is in effect, Congressional action can make modifications that would expose more operations to the tax. Farm Bureau supports complete repeal of the tax.
TFB expressed the dire need for Congress to pass a new farm bill. Texas farmers and ranchers have experienced challenges with inflation, drought, extreme weather, sluggish markets, lack of labor, etc. TFB expressed how important it is to pass a new farm bill.
1. TFB lobbied lawmakers to urge USDA to deliver assistance for 2023-2024 natural disaster assistance for producers suffering losses from drought, wildfires and natural disasters. 2. TFB expressed concerns to Congressional leaders regarding the USDA layoffs and cutting USDA programs and the impacts this could have on delivering key disaster assistance to producers.
TFB pushed back against claims Americas food system is flawed and certain pesticides, herbicides, and additives are harming our food system. TFB also educated Congressional leaders on the role all farms, both larger and smaller in scale, play in securing the future of our food and fiber supply.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
1. TFB advocated for making certain provisions permanent in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, such as the death tax exemption rate, section 199A business income deduction, sec. 179, and bonus depreciation.
1. TFB lobbied lawmakers to press the USDA to swiftly deliver economic disaster assistance, passed in the American Relief Act of 2024, to aid farmers who are struggling from lack of a farm bill and economic losses beyond their control. 2. TFB lobbied lawmakers to urge USDA to deliver assistance for 2023-2024 natural disaster assistance for producers suffering losses from drought, wildfires and natural disasters. 3. TFB lobbied lawmakers to press USDA to quickly deliver to producers the $280 million in disaster assistance for farmers suffering losses from lack of enforcement of the 1944 Water Treaty between the U.S. and Mexico. 4. TFB expressed concerns to Congressional leaders regarding the USDA layoffs and cutting USDA programs and the impacts this could have on delivering key disaster assistance to producers.
1. TFB urged lawmakers to be outspoken on the need for Mexico to abide by the 1944 Water Treaty and delivery, annually, water to the U.S. Mexico has not been upholding their end of the Treaty and is drastically behind in delivering water to the U.S.
1. TFB pushed back against claims Americas food system is flawed and certain pesticides, herbicides, and additives are harming our food system. TFB also educated Congressional leaders on the role all farms, both larger and smaller in scale, play in securing the future of our food and fiber supply.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
1. TFB lobbied to include economic disaster assistance in the American Relief Act of 2024 to aid farmers who are struggling from lack of a farm bill and economic losses beyond their control. 2. TFB adamantly opposes the methodology used by USDA to deliver disaster assistance to farmers and ranchers who suffered losses from drought and other natural disasters over the 2022 crop year. TFB urges lawmakers to reach out to USDA to express grave concerns. 3. TFB lobbied for 2023-2024 natural disaster assistance for producers suffering losses from drought, wildfires and natural disasters. 4. TFB lobbied in favor of including $280 million in disaster assistance for farmers suffering losses from lack of enforcement of the 1944 Water Treaty between the U.S. and Mexico.
1. TFB pushed back against claims Americas food system is flawed and certain pesticides, herbicides, and additives are harming our food system. TFB also educated Congressional leaders on the role all farms, both larger and smaller in scale, play in securing the future of our food and fiber supply.
1. TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2. TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR).
1. TFB advocated for making certain provisions permanent in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, such as the death tax exemption rate, section 199A business income deduction, sec. 179, and bonus depreciation.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
1. TFB urged lawmakers to be outspoken on the need for Mexico to abide by the 1944 Water Treaty and delivery, annually, water to the U.S. Mexico has not been upholding their end of the Treaty and is drastically behind in delivering water to the U.S.
1. TFB pushed back against claims Americas food system is flawed and certain pesticides, herbicides, additives are harming our food system. TFB also educated members on the role all farms, both larger and smaller in scale, play in securing the future of our food and fiber supply.
1. TFB adamantly opposes the methodology used by USDA to deliver disaster assistance to farmers and ranchers who suffered losses from drought and other natural disasters over the 2022 crop year. TFB urges lawmakers to reach out to USDA to express grave concerns. 2. TFB lobbied for 2023-2024 disaster assistance for producers suffering losses from drought and natural disasters, especially from wildfires.
1. TFB expressed the dire need for Congress to pass a new farm bill and supports the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2024. Texas farmers and ranchers have experienced challenges with inflation, drought, extreme weather, sluggish markets, lack of labor, etc. TFB expressed how important it is to pass a new farm bill.
1. TFB advocated for various animal health provisions to be included in the Fiscal Year 2023 Agricultural Appropriations. These provisions would help farmers and ranchers dealing with the electronic ID for cattle, cattle fever tick, feral hogs, and other predator control. 2. TFB advocated for FY2025 appropriations to reinstate the production and distribution of M-44, a predation control too used by sheep and goat producers. 3. TFB opposed an amendment by Congresswoman Harriet Hageman that would defund a USDA Electronic Identification of Cattle and Bison rule that would upgrade technology of ear tags for cattle or bison 18 months or older, sexually intact and traveling across state lines. 4. TFB opposed an amendment by Congressman August Pfluger to defund the Livestock Dealer Trust legislation passed in 2020.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
1. TFB urged lawmakers to be outspoken on the need for Mexico to abide by the 1944 Water Treaty and deliver, annually, water to the U.S. Mexico has not been upholding their end of the Treaty and is drastically behind in delivering water to the U.S.
1.TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2.TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR). 3.TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas.
1. TFB advocated for making certain provisions permanent in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, such as the death tax exemption rate, section 199A business income deduction, sec. 179, and bonus depreciation.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
1. TFB advocated for various animal health provisions to be included in the Fiscal Year 2023 Agricultural Appropriations. These provisions would help farmers and ranchers dealing with the electronic ID for cattle, cattle fever tick, feral hogs, and other predator control. 2. TFB advocated for FY2025 appropriations to reinstate the production and distribution of M-44, a predation control too used by sheep and goat producers.
1. TFB lobbied Congressional leaders to ensure farmers and ranchers concerns are heard about a new Biden-era Waters of the U.S. Rule to replace the Trump-era Navigable Waters, Protection Rule. TFB is asking leaders in Congress to voice concerns with the EPA. 2. TFB advocated making any climate change initiatives/legislation voluntary instead of mandatory to ensure farmers and ranchers are protected from overregulation. 3. TFB discussed how regulations in the administration can hinder our national food security. TFB shared concerns about EPAs plan to possibly limit the use of atrazine.
1. TFB adamantly opposes the methodology used by USDA to deliver disaster assistance to farmers and ranchers who suffered losses from drought and other natural disasters over the 2022 crop year. TFB urges lawmakers to reach out to USDA to express grave concerns. 2. TFB lobbied for 2023-2024 disaster assistance for producers suffering losses from drought and natural disasters, especially from wildfires.
1. TFB advocated for making certain provisions permanent in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, such as the death tax exemption rate, section 199A business income deduction, sec. 179, and bonus depreciation.
1. TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2. TFB supports and advocated for Rep. John Moolenaars, Supporting Farm Operations Act (H.R. 7046), which will address the high labor costs facing farmers. The bill would freeze the wage rate for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR). 3. TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
1.TFB advocated to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 2.TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas. 3.TFB lobbied Congressional leaders to provide a freeze in the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) to give farmers relief from rapidly increasing wages for farm labor.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
1.TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. 2.TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers. 3.TFB supported the H-2A Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act, HR 4708, by Congressman Tony Gonzales, which aims to streamline the issuance of nonimmigrant temporary work visas.
1.TFB advocated for making certain provisions permanent in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, such as the death tax exemption rate, section 199A business income deduction and bonus depreciation.
1.TFB lobbied lawmakers about crafting the 2023 farm bill and expressed the need to strengthen the farm safety net. Texas farmers and ranchers have experienced challenges with inflation, drought, extreme weather, sluggish markets, lack of labor, etc. TFB expressed how important it is to pass a new farm bill before the current 2018 farm bill expires. 2.TFB visited with Congressional members and staff regarding the need for rural broadband and cell service and ensuring funding goes to underserved areas. TFB has concerns about all the grants and funding being funneled into the suburban areas of Texas.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
1. TFB visited with Congressional members regarding our opposition to the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act by Sens. Deb Fischer and Chuck Grassley. The legislation would have negative consequences for cattle producers. TFB has recently visited with members regarding concerns. 2. TFB expressed support for the Healthy Poultry Assistance and Indemnification (HPAI) Act. The bill would expand the USDA APHIS compensation program to all poultry growers and layer operations within a highly pathogenic avian influenza control area, rather than only those whose flocks are infected. TFB also advocated for other solutions to provide additional assistance for poultry growers.
1. TFB advocated for making certain provisions permanent in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, such as the death tax exemption rate, section 199A business income deduction and bonus depreciation.
1. TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. 2. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
1. TFB lobbied Congressional leaders to ensure farmers and ranchers concerns are heard on the EPAs Waters of the U.S. Rule to replace the Trump-era Navigable Waters, Protection Rule. TFB is asking leaders in Congress to voice concerns with the EPA. 2. TFB advocated making any climate change initiatives/legislation voluntary instead of mandatory to ensure farmers and ranchers are protected from overregulation. They voiced concerns regarding the 30X30 plan as well as other climate initiatives that could hurt American agriculture. 3. TFB discussed how regulations in the administration can hinder our national food security. TFB shared concerns about EPAs plan to possibly limit the use of atrazine.
1. TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. 2. TFB advocated for a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in existing and new legislation needs of producers are addressed. 3. TFB lobbied in support of a disapproval resolution on the U.S. Department of Labors new Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) rule. The rule went into effect, however TFB opposes the rule and asks for Congress to disapprove. The rule would raise the cost of ag labor significantly.
1. TFB discussed with lawmakers the recent developments on the BLM/Army Corps. Of Engineers Red River land dispute from 2017. Landowners have shared concerns that the BLM has predetermined the survey and asking for approval without taking landowners concerns into consideration. TFB advocates for private property rights in this case.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB advocated for making certain provisions permanent in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, such as the death tax exemption rate, section 199A business income deduction and bonus depreciation. TFB also lobbied against increased taxes in the Inflation Reduction Act.
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
1.TFB lobbied Congressional leaders to ensure farmers and ranchers concerns are heard about a new Biden-era Waters of the U.S. Rule to replace the Trump-era Navigable Waters, Protection Rule. TFB is asking leaders in Congress to voice concerns with the EPA. 2.TFB advocated making any climate change initiatives/legislation voluntary instead of mandatory to ensure farmers and ranchers are protected from overregulation. They voiced concerns regarding the 30X30 plan as well as other climate initiatives that could hurt American agriculture. 3. TFB discussed how regulations in the administration can hinder our national food security. TFB shared concerns about EPAs plan to possibly limit the use of atrazine.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB lobbied Congressional leaders to ensure farmers and ranchers concerns are heard about a new Biden era Waters of the U.S. Rule to replace the Trump era Navigable Waters, Protection Rule. TFB is asking leaders in Congress to voice concerns with the EPA. TFB advocated making any climate change initiatives/legislation voluntary instead of mandatory to ensure farmers and ranchers are protected from overregulation. They voiced concerns regarding the 30X30 plan as well as other climate initiatives that could hurt American agriculture. TFB discussed how regulations in the administration can hinder our national food security. TFB shared concerns about EPAs plan to possibly limit the use of atrazine.
TFB is concerned about labeling fake meat which is cultured in a lab or made from plants. TFB has told leaders in D.C. that inaccurate or misleading labeling of lab-grown or plant products as meat poses a threat to agriculture and consumers that rely on nutrient-dense, safe meat products. TFB asks for the USDA to oversee the food safety aspects and labeling of these products.
1. TFB advocated for making certain provisions permanent in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, such as the death tax exemption rate, section 199A business income deduction and bonus depreciation. TFB also lobbied against increased taxes in the Inflation Reduction Act.
TFB lobbied lawmakers about crafting the 2023 farm bill and expressed the need to strengthen the farm safety net. Texas farmers and ranchers have experienced challenges with inflation, drought, extreme weather, sluggish markets, lack of labor, etc. TFB expressed how important it is to pass a new farm bill before the current 2018 farm bill expires. TFB visited with Congressional members and staff regarding the need for rural broadband and cell service and ensuring funding goes to underserved areas. TFB has concerns about all the grants and funding being funneled into the suburban areas of Texas.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB visited with Congressional members regarding our opposition to the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act by Sens. Deb Fischer and Chuck Grassley. The legislation would have negative consequences for cattle producers. TFB has recently visited with members regarding concerns. TFB supported a resolution by Congressman August Pfluger to protect American Sheep and Goat producers by requiring the USDA to delay the implementation of a rule on the importation of sheep and goats from the UK that could have serious implications for the domestic sheep and goat industry.
TFB lobbied lawmakers to secure the border as farmers and ranchers endure losses due to illegal immigration. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB is working to address four issues in the legislation to ensure the bill addresses the needs of producers.
TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB, making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB visited with Congressional members regarding our opposition to the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act by Sens. Deb Fischer and Chuck Grassley. The legislation would have negative consequences for cattle producers. TFB has recently visited with members regarding concerns. TFB supported a resolution by Congressman August Pfluger to protect American Sheep and Goat producers by requiring the USDA to delay the implementation of a rule on the importation of sheep and goats from the UK that could have serious implications for the domestic sheep and goat industry.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) lobbied for the implementation of the recently extended WHIP+ program to cover 2020 and 2021 disasters. TFB asked Congressional members to urge USDA to implement this program in a timely manner.
TFB advocated against negative tax policies in the scaled-down reconciliation package. Included was advocating against abolishing stepped-up basis, cutting the estate tax exemption rate, narrowing 199A business income deduction, raising the corporate tax rate, and instating a methane tax. TFB continues to fight against using tax increases on agriculture to pay for items in the reconciliation package. TFB advocated for various animal health provisions to be included in the Fiscal Year 2022 and 2023 Agricultural Appropriations. These provisions would help farmers and ranchers dealing with the cattle fever tick, feral hogs, and other predator control.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members. TFB advocated against negative tax policies in the reconciliation package. Included was advocating against abolishing stepped-up basis, cutting the estate tax exemption rate, narrowing 199A business income deduction, raising the corporate tax rate, and instating a methane tax. TFB continues to fight against using tax increases on agriculture to pay for items in the reconciliation package.
TFB visited with Congressional members regarding the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act of 2021 by Sens. Deb Fischer and Chuck Grassley. The legislation is meant to restore transparency and accountability in the cattle markets by establishing regional cash minimums. However, TFB has recently visited with members regarding concerns with the legislation. TFB supported a resolution by Congressman August Pfluger to protect American Sheep and Goat producers by requiring the USDA to delay implementation of a rule on the importation of sheep and goats from the UK that could have serious implications for the domestic sheep and goat industry.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through COVID-19 relief legislation. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and TFB lobbied for implementation of the recently extended WHIP+ program to cover 2020 and 2021 disasters. TFB asked Congressional members to urge USDA to implement this program in a timely manner.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through COVID-19 relief legislation. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided. TFB supports and lobbied for H.R. 1692, the Rehabilitating Economic Success Through Overcoming Rural Emergencies) Act by Reps. Ronny Jackson and Henry Cuellar to help farmers recover from natural disasters by reauthorizing the USDA WHIP+ program to cover 2020 and 2021 disasters. TFB lobbied Congress to include hurricane disaster aid and a WHIP extension for 2020 and 2021 crop years. TFB members have had crops devastated due to natural disasters like Hurricane Hanna.
TFB weighed in on trade tariffs on China. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the China trade issue. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members. TFB advocated against negative tax policies in the reconciliation package. Included was advocating against abolishing stepped-up basis, cutting the estate tax exemption rate, narrowing 199A business income deduction, raising the corporate tax rate, and instating a methane tax. TFB continues to fight against using tax increases on agriculture to pay for items in the reconciliation package.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through COVID-19 relief legislation. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided. TFB supports and lobbied for H.R. 1692, the Rehabilitating Economic Success Through Overcoming Rural Emergencies) Act by Reps. Ronny Jackson and Henry Cuellar to help farmers recover from natural disasters by reauthorizing the USDA WHIP+ program to cover 2020 and 2021 disasters. TFB lobbied Congress to include hurricane disaster aid and a WHIP extension for 2020 and 2021 crop years. TFB members have had crops devastated due to natural disasters like Hurricane Hanna.
TFB weighed in on trade tariffs on China. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the China trade issue. However, TFB does believe in making other countries abide by the same standards as the U.S. in current trade pacts.
TFB lobbied for members to co-sponsor and support S. 617/H.R. 1712, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021 by Reps. Jason Smith, Sanford Bishop and Sen. John Thune. TFB supports this legislation to provide tax relief for farmers and ranchers. TFB supported and advocated for passage of H.R. 2370, the Preserving Family Farm Act of 2021 by Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Jackie Walorski which would allow more farm and ranch land to be valued at is agricultural rather than inflated development value for estate tax purposes. TFB supports and advocates for passage of S.480/H.R. 1381 the Main Street Tax Certainty Act. The legislation allows pass through businesses to take a deduction with 20 percent of their business income. The legislation is authored by Sen. Steve Daines and Reps. Jason Smith and Henry Cuellar. TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB advocated for a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB advocated for a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 5038, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to align with Farm Bureau policy.
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members have struggled through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and TFB has worked to provide relief through S. 3548, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. TFB supported additional emergency funding for agriculture and worked with Congressional offices to ensure relief was provided.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB advocated for a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. TFB advocated for changes to H.R. 5038, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to align with Farm Bureau policy.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) advocated for seamless implementation of H.R. 2, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018. It provides adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposed budget cuts to agriculture. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB is concerned about the labeling of fake meat which is cultured in a lab or made from plants. TFB has told leaders in D.C. that inaccurate or misleading labeling of lab grown or plant products as meat poses a threat to agriculture and consumers that rely on nutrient dense, safe meat products. TFB asks for the USDA to oversee the food safety aspects and labeling of these products.
TFB advocated for the EPAs new Clean Water Rule. TFB told leaders in D.C. that the implementation of the rule is critical to safeguard against the 2015 Waters of the U.S. rule which would have infringed on farmers, ranchers and landowners property rights. TFB weighed in on Worker Protection Standards (WPS) provisions included in the Pesticide Registration Improvement Act (PRIA), which reauthorizes PRIA for 5 years. TFB worked with leaders in Congress on an effort to reduce government regulations that currently have a negative impact on farmers who apply certain pesticides.
TFB advocated for a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. TFB is seeking comprehensive reform to our agricultural guest worker program, known as H-2A. Without adequate procedures in place for producers to secure workers in a timely manner, producers are at risk of losing perishable crops.
TFB supports any relief that can be provided from Congress on the Electronic Logging Device mandate that was implemented in December 2017. TFB continues supporting provisions and legislation to exempt all agricultural industries. The bills TFB supports and advocated for are H.R. 1697, H.R. 1698 and H.R. 1673.
TFB pushed to make tax reform provisions important to farmers and ranchers a permanent part of the tax code. Tax reform is a top priority for TFB and making provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent is important to TFB members.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB supports administrative changes to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) which will make it more workable for private landowners. TFB has visited with Congressional leaders about the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and NOAA Fisheries proposed revisions to portions of their regulations that implement key sections of the ESA. TFB is continuing to monitor proposed changes and keeping Congressional members and staff updated.
TFB supports any relief that can be provided from Congress on the Electronic Logging Device mandate that was implemented in December 2017. TFB supported another year long delay of ELD implementation for livestock and insects in a continuing resolution that was passed in September 2018. TFB continues supporting provisions and legislation to exempt all agricultural industries.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB supports H.R. 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 and S. 3042 the Agriculture Improvement Act. It provides adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposes further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick. TFB worked to include an amendment in the Senate farm bill to allow producers to use ELAP for gathering for inspection of cattle.
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supports the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and updates to the agreement that would provide progress. TFB opposes any major changes to NAFTA that could negatively impact the U.S. agricultural trade relationships with Mexico and Canada. TFB weighed in on the Trump Administrations trade issue with China on aluminum and steel. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the trade issue and want to make sure the trade talks with China do not negatively impact farmers and ranchers.
TFB supported the 2018 Omnibus passed by Congress because it included provisions for agriculture. TFB actively engaged in passage of the bill because it included more funding for cattle fever tick research. It also included provisions TFB supports such as language to address livestock producers issues with the Electronic Logging Device issue until September 30.
TFB supported the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. TFB believes in fair and equitable tax reform that would lower the effective tax rates. TFB believes a full repeal of burdensome estate taxes while keeping the stepped-up basis is paramount to any tax reform package. TFB advocated for tax reform that will reduce capital gains taxes, provide immediate expensing of business inputs and keep the deduction for interest expense. TFB also supports the continuation of cash accounting and like-kind exchanges.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB supported the Bipartisan Budget Act that passed Feb. 9, 2018. The legislation added cotton back to Title I of the farm bill. It also provided disaster assistance to Texas hurricane victims and additional dairy and livestock assistance.
TFB supported Chairman Bob Goodlattes Agriculture Guestworker Act, which would create a new agricultural guest worker program for farmers and ranchers. Agriculture operations are very labor intensive, and a domestic work-force willing to fulfill the workload is not available. Agriculture producers are often required to hire foreign workers to complete these tasks. Without adequate procedures in place for producers to secure workers in a timely manner, producers are at risk of losing perishable crops. Texas Farm Bureau is seeking comprehensive reform to US immigration and border security.
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supports the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and updates to the agreement that would provide progress. TFB opposes any major changes to NAFTA that could negatively impact the U.S. agricultural trade relationships with Mexico and Canada. TFB weighed in on the Trump Administrations trade issue with China on aluminum and steel. TFB relayed to legislators that we are monitoring the trade issue and want to make sure the trade talks with China do not negatively impact farmers and ranchers.
TFB supported the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. TFB believes in fair and equitable tax reform that would lower the effective tax rates. TFB believes a full repeal of burdensome estate taxes while keeping the stepped-up basis is paramount to any tax reform package. TFB advocated for tax reform that will reduce capital gains taxes, provide immediate expensing of business inputs and keep the deduction for interest expense. TFB also supports the continuation of cash accounting and like-kind exchanges.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB supported the passage and enactment of H.R. 428/S. 90, the Red River Gradient Boundary Survey Act which seeks to address the U.S. Bureau of Land Managements (BLM) ownership claims to a 116- mile stretch of property along the Red River region of Texas and Oklahoma. TFB has expressed longstanding concerns about the BLMs claim to property that landowners have held titles to, managed and paid taxes on for generations in many cases.
TFB supported the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, recently signed into law. TFB believes in fair and equitable tax reform that would lower the effective tax rates. TFB believes a full repeal of burdensome estate taxes while keeping the stepped-up basis is paramount to any tax reform package. TFB advocated for tax reform that will reduce capital gains taxes, provide immediate expensing of business inputs and keep the deduction for interest expense. TFB also supports the continuation of cash accounting and like-kind exchanges.
TFB supports and urged Congressional leaders to co-sponsor H.R. 3282, the ELD Extension Act of 2017, introduced by Rep. Brian Babin. This legislation would provide for an additional two year delay before a mandatory implementation of Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) on all American freight trucks. Under current law and regulation, the burdensome mandate would go into effect December 18, 2017.
TFB supports a 2018 Farm Bill providing adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposes further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB supports including cotton in Title I of the Farm Bill. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick. TFB urged the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services (FWS) to take more action to control the fever tick on the FWS controlled Laguna Atascosa Wildlife Refuge located in the Lower Rio Grande Valley.
TFB opposes H.R. 5180, the Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act of 2016. H.R. 5180 would amend the Clean Air Act by revising the renewable fuel program, which requires transportation fuel to contain a minimum volume of renewable fuel. The legislation would require the EPA to cap the total volume of ethanol blended into the transportation fuel supply at 9.7 percent of projected gasoline demand as determined by the Energy Information Administration. TFB works to make sure similar legislation isnt introduced in 2017, as it discourages the production of renewable energy and crops used to produce renewable fuels
TFB opposed budget reductions for agriculture. TFB corresponded with House and Senate Appropriators requesting adequate funding for agriculture. TFB also supports including the classification of cotton under Title I commodities in any appropriations/spending measure passed by Congress.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB opposed budget reductions for agriculture. TFB corresponded with House and Senate Appropriators requesting adequate funding for agriculture. TFB also supports including the classification of cottonseed as an other oilseed under Title I commodities in any appropriations/spending measure passed by Congress.
TFB supported the passage and enactment of H.R. 428/S. 90, the Red River Gradient Boundary Survey Act which seeks to address the U.S. Bureau of Land Managements (BLM) ownership claims to a 116- mile stretch of property along the Red River region of Texas and Oklahoma. TFB has expressed longstanding concerns about the BLMs claim to property that landowners have held titles to, managed and paid taxes on for generations in many cases.
TFB supports a 2018 Farm Bill providing adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposes further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB supports including cotton in Title I of the Farm Bill. TFB urged Congressional leaders to take swift action on the cattle fever tick issue facing ranchers and landowners in the southern region of Texas. TFB advocated for additional funding to help provide adequate resources to combat the problems TFB members are facing due to the fever tick. TFB urged the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services (FWS) to take more action to control the fever tick on the FWS controlled Laguna Atascosa Wildlife Refuge located in the Lower Rio Grande Valley.
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supports the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and updates to the agreement that would provide progress. TFB opposes any major changes to NAFTA that could negatively impact the U.S. agricultural trade relationships with Mexico and Canada.
TFB supports fair and equitable tax reform that would lower the effective tax rates. TFB believes a full repeal of burdensome estate taxes while keeping the stepped-up basis is paramount to any tax reform package. TFB advocated for tax reform that will reduce capital gains taxes, provide immediate expensing of business inputs and keep the deduction for interest expense. TFB also supports the continuation of cash accounting and like-kind exchanges.
Agriculture operations are very labor intensive, and a domestic work-force willing to fulfill the workload is not available. Agriculture producers are often required to hire foreign workers to complete these tasks. Without adequate procedures in place for producers to secure workers in a timely manner, producers are at risk of losing perishable crops. Texas Farm Bureau is seeking comprehensive reform to US immigration and border security. TFB lobbied in support of Chairman Bob Goodlattes Agriculture Guestworker Act of 2017, which would create a new agricultural guestworker program for farmers and ranchers.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB supported H.R. 5, the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017 to solve the problem of overreaching, ill-considered government regulations that negatively impact farmers and ranchers. TFB advocated for the legislation which requires agencies to choose the lowest-cost rulemaking alternative that meets statutory objectives and requires greater opportunity for public input and vetting of critical information for rules passed by agencies. TFB supported an amendment by Rep. Collin Peterson to prohibit agencies from impartially communicating with the public in order to generate support or opposition to a proposed rule. TFB supports the passage and enactment of H.R. 953, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2017, and S. 340, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act (SEPA) which would clarify Congressional intent regarding regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters. TFB corresponded with Members of Congress to express support for reducing duplicative and needless regulations on pesticide applicators used by agricultural producers.
Agriculture operations are very labor intensive, and a domestic work-force willing to fulfill the workload is not available. Agriculture producers are often required to hire foreign workers to complete these tasks. Without adequate procedures in place for producers to secure workers in a timely manner, producers are at risk of losing perishable crops. Texas Farm Bureau is seeking comprehensive reform to US immigration and border security.
TFB opposes H.R. 5180, the Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act of 2016. H.R. 5180 would amend the Clean Air Act by revising the renewable fuel program, which requires transportation fuel to contain a minimum volume of renewable fuel. The legislation would require the EPA to cap the total volume of ethanol blended into the transportation fuel supply at 9.7 percent of projected gasoline demand as determined by the Energy Information Administration. TFB works to make sure similar legislation isnt introduced in 2017, as it discourages the production of renewable energy and crops used to produce renewable fuels
TFB opposed budget reductions for agriculture. TFB corresponded with House and Senate Appropriators requesting adequate funding for agriculture. TFB also supports including the classification of cottonseed as an other oilseed under Title I commodities in any appropriations/spending measure passed by Congress.
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supports the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and updates to the agreement that would provide progress. TFB opposes any major changes to NAFTA that could negatively impact the U.S. agricultural trade relationships with Mexico and Canada.
TFB supports fair and equitable tax reform that would lower the effective tax rates. TFB believes a full repeal of burdensome estate taxes while keeping the stepped-up basis is paramount to any tax reform package. TFB advocated for tax reform that will reduce capital gains taxes, provide immediate expensing of business inputs and keep the deduction for interest expense. TFB also supports the continuation of cash accounting and like-kind exchanges.
TFB supported the passage and enactment of H.R. 428/S. 90, the Red River Gradient Boundary Survey Act which seeks to address the U.S. Bureau of Land Managements (BLM) ownership claims to a 116- mile stretch of property along the Red River region of Texas and Oklahoma. TFB has expressed longstanding concerns about the BLMs claim to property that landowners have held titles to, managed and paid taxes on for generations in many cases.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
TFB supports increased access to foreign markets for agricultural products through international trade. TFB supports the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and updates to the agreement that would provide progress. TFB opposes any major changes to NAFTA that could negatively impact the U.S. agricultural trade relationships with Mexico and/or Canada.
TFB supported the Administration's executive order to make the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reconsider the Waters of the U.S. rule proposal and advocates for a complete withdrawal of EPA Water of the U.S. (WOTUS). This rule could have large negative impacts on farms and ranches across Texas.
TFB supports a 2018 Farm Bill providing adequate crop insurance for all major commodities and other programs benefiting agriculture production. TFB opposes further cuts to the federal crop insurance program or to Title I commodity programs. TFB supports the classification of cotton seed as an other oilseed under Title I of the Farm Bill.
TFB supported the passage and enactment of H.R. 428/S. 90, the Red River Gradient Boundary Survey Act which seeks to address the U.S. Bureau of Land Managements (BLM) ownership claims to a 116- mile stretch of property along the Red River region of Texas and Oklahoma. TFB has expressed longstanding concerns about the BLMs claim to property that landowners have held titles to, managed and paid taxes on for generations in many cases.
TFB opposed budget reductions for agriculture. TFB corresponded with House and Senate Appropriators requesting adequate funding for agriculture, crop insurance programs and National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS). TFB also supports including the classification of cottonseed as an other oilseed under Title I commodities in any appropriations/spending measure passed by Congress.
TFB opposes H.R. 5180, the Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act of 2016. H.R. 5180 would amend the Clean Air Act by revising the renewable fuel program, which requires transportation fuel to contain a minimum volume of renewable fuel. The legislation would require the EPA to cap the total volume of ethanol blended into the transportation fuel supply at 9.7 percent of projected gasoline demand as determined by the Energy Information Administration. TFB works to make sure similar legislation isnt introduced in 2017, as it discourages the production of renewable energy and crops used to produce renewable fuels
TFB supports fair and equitable tax reform that would lower the effective tax rates. TFB believes a full repeal of burdensome estate taxes while keeping the stepped-up basis is paramount to any tax reform package. TFB advocated for tax reform that will reduce capital gains taxes, provide immediate expensing of business inputs and keep the deduction for interest expense. TFB also supports the continuation of cash accounting and like-kind exchanges.
Agriculture operations are very labor intensive, and a domestic work-force willing to fulfill the workload is not available. Agriculture producers are often required to hire foreign workers to complete these tasks. Without adequate procedures in place for producers to secure workers in a timely manner, producers are at risk of losing perishable crops. Texas Farm Bureau is seeking comprehensive reform to US immigration and border security.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Texas Farm Bureau supports a comprehensive reform of federal income tax and repeal of the federal estate tax.
Texas Farm Bureau supports Congress taking action to restrict the authority of federal agencies to promote,adopt, and defend rules that are not authorized under the federal statutes. Farm Bureau supported the passage of H.R. 5, the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017.
Comprehensive immigration reform, seeking support and passage of legislation providing for an adequate agriculture workforce, a workable process for agricultural producers in determining a worker's legal status, and improving border security against harmful actions.
Clean Water Reauthorization - Agriculture producers must have the ability to manage their operations in the best management practices they are able. As the owner and original conservator of natural resources, producers are motivated to protect and conserve resources. However, efforts to expand government authority and regulation to cover additional water resources places undue burdens upon producer compliance. Texas Farm Bureau seeks to restrain the heavy hand of government regulations on farms and ranches. WOTUS Rule by EPA The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers sought public comments on a proposed rulemaking that will vastly expand the federal jurisdictional of the Clean Water Act. If finalized, many ditches, farm ponds, waterways, erosion control features, and adjacent wetland areas could be interpreted to be waters of the United States and therefore regulated by the EPA and Corps of Engineers. Texas Farm Bureau seeks to have EPA and the Corps of Engineers withdraw this damaging and extremely unpopular rule.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
GMO Labeling - Texas Farm Bureau supported passage of legislation S. 764 to pre-empt state laws which would enact a patchwork of conflicting regulations related to food labeling. Agriculture needs clarity with respect to technology access that only a single, federal standard can provide.
TFB opposed S.J. Res 28 which would overturn statutorily required imported catfish inspection by the United States Department of Agriculture Food Safety Inspection Service. Instead it would transfer inspection to the Food and Drug Administration. Keeping the inspection with FSIS provides more safety to consumers and helps protect domestic production from a devastating loss of finding adulterated fish on dinner tables. TFB also opposed the misuse of the Congressional Review Act to circumvent Congressional Intent.
Oppose budget reductions for agriculture. Need to provide adequate fund level for commodity and crop insurance programs.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
GMO Labeling - Texas Farm Bureau supported passage of legislation to pre-empt state laws which would enact a patchwork of conflicting regulations related to food labeling. Agriculture needs clarity with respect to technology access that only a single, federal standard can provide.
Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) - Texas Farm Bureau supports passage of this 12-nation trade agreement.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Repeal of mandatory Country of Origin labeling for beef, pork and chicken. COOL must be repealed to avoid $3 billion in trade retaliation by Canada and Mexico. Such retaliation would be potentially devastating for agriculture. Supported HR 2393 and worked for its passage. Congress repealed COOL in December 2015.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Withdrawal of EPA Water of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule, H.R. 1732 and S. 1140 each would require EPA and Army Corps of Engineers to withdraw their proposed rule and resubmit following terms laid down by Congress. This rule could have large negative impacts on farms and ranches across Texas. Therefore, we support both efforts to force its withdrawal.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Repeal of mandatory Country of Origin labeling for beef, pork and chicken. COOL must be repealed to avoid $3 billion in trade retaliation by Canada and Mexico. Such retaliation would be potentially devastating for agriculture. Supported HR 2393 and worked for its passage. Trade Promotion Authority - work in support of Congressional passage of H.R. 1314, Trade Act of 2015. Passage of fast track and trade promotion authority paves way for adoption of trade agreements that benefit agriculture.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Provides framework for administration to negotiate trade agreements with foreign countries, and provides for a simple up-or-down vote by Congress on those agreements. Approval provides improved opportunities for sales of U.S. agriculture commodities.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Provides framework for administration to negotiate trade agreements with foreign countries, and provides for a simple up-or-down vote by Congress on those agreements. Approval provides improved opportunities for sales of U.S. agriculture commodities.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
HR 399 Secure Borders Act & HR 1772 Legal Workforce Act - Modifications are needed to assure agriculture producers will have access to the legal workforce needed to grow and harvest a domestically produced supply of food and fiber.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE