KELLY FOGARTY

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA opposes the regionalization of Brazil for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA opposes the proposed notice by the USDA-APHIS that would allow for trade into the US from 14 states within Brazil. USCA opposes the proposed change as offered by USDA-APHIS that specifies a change in classification regading FMD to regions within Argentina, Patagonia A and Patagonia B.

USCA opposes legislative efforts that designate any area as a "monument" without appropriate public notice, ability to submit comments and any associated environmental and/or social impact study conducted before such a declaration can be made. USCA supports the humane treatment of horses and implemented a plan regarding the wild horse and burro population that involves the processing of horses in the U.S.USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S., as introduced by Sen. Landrieu (D-LA) and Sen. Graham (R-SC); Rep. Meehan (R-PA) and Rep. Schakowsky (D-IL) USCA opposes any language within both House and Senate FY 2015 Appropriation legislation that restricts any funding to be allocated to federal inspectors at domestic horse processing facilities. USCA opposes the limiting and decreasing of livestock numbers on public land as to allow for increased herd sizes of wild horses and burros. USCA supports the best management practices of the nation's natural resources that allows for the continued allocation of livestock on public lands and that in no way decreases those numbers to allow for greater herd sizes of wild horses and burros.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA supports efforts by the industry to label products in terms of any processing or handling that is utilized to ensure meat products are safe. USCA has been monitoring the issues surrounding Zilmax and associated growth hormones that have restricted access of U.S. beef to international trading partners. USCA supports the Administration in addressing these issues and ensuring the safety of our product that is sent abroad. USCA is opposes the regionalization of Brazil for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA opposes the proposed notice by the USDA-APHIS that would allow for trade into the US from 14 states within Brazil. USCA opposes the proposed change as offered by USDA-APHIS that specifies a change in classification regading FMD to regions within Argentina, Patagonia A and Patagonia B.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA opposes the regionalization of those regions in South America, notably Argentina and Brazil, for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA opposes the proposed notice by the USDA-APHIS that would allow for trade into the US from 14 states within Brazil. USCA opposes the proposed change as offered by USDA-APHIS that specifies a change in classification regading FMD to regions within Argentina, Patagonia South and Patagonia North B. USCA opposes the proposed notice as offered by USDA-APHIS to allow for the importation of meat from regions in Argentina, Patagonia South and Patagonia North B, given the prior notice which announced a change in classification of these regions as pertaining to their FMD status. USCA supports an extension in the current comment period for this proposed rule.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA opposes the regionalization of Brazil for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA opposes the proposed notice by the USDA-APHIS that would allow for trade into the US from 14 states within Brazil. USCA opposes the proposed change as offered by USDA-APHIS that specifies a change in classification regading FMD to regions within Argentina, Patagonia A and Patagonia B.

SRM supports the Bureau of Land Management in establishing a more aggressive and effective management plan that will maintain the continued existence of a thriving natural ecological balance between the country's rangelands and the wild horses and burros that they support. SRM supports the Natural Resources Conservation Service and their directive to address soil health, the Soil Health Initiative.SRM participated in the recent BLM Adivsory Board meeting which took place in Wyoming, August 2014 and focused on the issue of wild horse and burros. An SRM member was selected to speak and present to the Board and attendees regarding range health as it pertains to the issue. SRM's involvement in the meeting focused on providing the best science available as it pertains to the issue and the ongoing impact of the wild horse and burros population to the nation's rangelands. SRM opposes the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act H.R. 126 that passed the House and will now be considered in the Senate as it directs mandatory management of "wild horses and burros" on national refuge land which will impact current ecological stability of the area. SRM opposes any halt by the BLM in the gathers of wild, free roaming horses and burros. SRM supports the Healthy Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention Act H.R. 818 which allocates additional directive for action and decision on the local level when it comes to managing a national forest area. SRM supports addressing this issue within the Senate. SRM supposts the USCA-NRCS as they look to broaden the scope of the Soil Health Initiative in order to include Range Health.

SRM supports the Bureau of Land Management in establishing a more aggressive and effective management plan that will maintain the continued existence of a thriving natural ecological balance between the country's rangelands and the wild horses and burros that they support. SRM supports the Natural Resources Conservation Service and their directive to address soil health, the Soil Health Initiative.SRM referenced its official comments submitted regarding the Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board Meeting held by BLM in Sacramento, CA regarding ongoing efforts by the BLM to address the issue of wild horse management and the corresponding impacts on rangelands and natural resources. SRM opposes the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act H.R. 126 that passed the House and will now be considered in the Senate as it directs mandatory management of "wild horses and burros" on national refuge land which will impact current ecological stability of the area. SRM opposes any halt by the BLM in the gathers of wild, free roaming horses and burros. SRM supports the Healthy Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention Act H.R. 818 which allocates additional directive for action and decision on the local level when it comes to managing a national forest area. SRM supports addressing this issue within the Senate.

SRM supports the Bureau of Land Management in establishing a more aggressive and effective management plan that will maintain the continued existence of a thriving natural ecological balance between the country's rangelands and the wild horses and burros that they support. SRM supports the Natural Resources Conservation Service and their directive to address soil health, the Soil Health InitiativeSRM referenced its official comments submitted regarding the Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board Meeting held by BLM in Washington, D.C. regarding the National Academies of Sciences report that was commissioned by the agency in urging for Congress to take action in aiding the BLM on this issue. SRM opposes the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act H.R. 126 that passed the House and will now be considered in the Senate as it directs mandatory management of "wild horses and burros" on national refuge land which will impact current ecological stability of the area. SRM opposes any halt by the BLM in the gathers of wild, free roaming horses and burros. SRM supports the Healthy Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention Act H.R. 818 which allocates additional directive for action and decision on the local level when it comes to managing a national forest area. SRM supports addressing this issue within the Senate.

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the passage of the 2014 Farm Bill and its ongoing implementation.USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA supports the participation of the USDA Secretary in ongoing efforts to implement comprehensive reform to the Beef Checkoff program. USCA supports the review of the original 1996 Act in these discussions. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture in addressing necessary changes as to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to ensure competition in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA opposes Section 730 within the House FY 2015 Appropriations bill which would restrict revisions necessary to the P&S Act of 1921. USCA opposes the report language issued by the House which references the current COOL program. USCA supports the passage of a comprehensive FY 2015 Appropriations bill which is void of any language pertaining to COOL or the P&S Act of 1921. USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the continued implementation and enforcement of the final rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the passage of the 2014 Farm Bill and its ongoing implementation.USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program continues to be officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture in addressing necessary changes as to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA opposes Section 730 within the House FY 2015 Appropriations bill which would restrict revisions necessary to the P&S Act of 1921. USCA opposes the report language issued by the House which references the current COOL program. USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the implementation of the final rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supports the estate tax rate reached through the 2013 Fiscal Cliff negotiations; $5 million exemption per individual, 40% rate assessed thereafter. USCA opposes any reduction of the exemption of increase in the rate assessed. USCA supports reform to current tax code that addresses a reduced Capital Gains rate for sellers of land to beginning Farmers and RanchersUSCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supports the estate tax rate reached through the 2013 Fiscal Cliff negotiations; $5 million exemption per individual, 40% rate assessed thereafter. USCA opposes any reduction of the exemption of increase in the rate assessed. USCA supports reform to current tax code that addresses a reduced Capital Gains rate for sellers of land to beginning Farmers and RanchersUSCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization. USCA supports reinstating those tax provisions related to Section 179 and the passage of a comprehensive tax-extenders bill.

USCA supports the estate tax rate reached through the 2013 Fiscal Cliff negotiations; $5 million exemption per individual, 40% rate assessed thereafter. USCA opposes any reduction of the exemption of increase in the rate assessed. USCA supports reform to current tax code that addresses a reduced Capital Gains rate for sellers of land to beginning Farmers and RanchersUSCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the passage of the 2014 Farm Bill and its implementation.USCA supports the absence of Congressional action within the Farm Bill to impose any restrictions to either the Country-of-Origin-Labeling program or to necessary reforms to be made by GIPSA. USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program continues to be officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture in addressing necessary changes as to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA opposes any riders or language within the upcoming FY 2015 Appropriations bill which would restrict revisions necessary to the P&S Act of 1921 or the current COOL program. USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the implementation of the final rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supports increased access to broadband and high speed internet services throughout Rural America. USCA opposes any loss of Low Powered Television within rural America as a result of the spectrum auction within the FCC. USCA supports the Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act (STELA) Reauthorization Act of 2014; H.R. 4572/S. 2454 as it provides rural regions with continued access to local news, weather and emergency alerts

USCA supports increased access to broadband and high speed internet services throughout Rural America. USCA opposes any loss of Low Powered Television within rural America as a result of the spectrum auction within the FCC. USCA supports the Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act (STELA) Reauthorization Act of 2014; H.R. 4572/S. 2454 as it provides rural regions with continued access to local news, weather and emergency alerts

SRM Supports the implementation of the 2014 Farm Bill and those programs within the conservation title which support best-management practices on the country's rangelands. SRM supports the Grazing Improvement Act H.R. 657 as it provides needed certainty to those leasing public lands in face of current backlog of NEPA reviews.SRM supports the utilization of technical assistance when implementing conservation and working lands programs as authorized within the 2014 Farm Bill. SRM supports directives from the agencies and the Administration that urges for federal employees to receive necessary trainings and access to professional societies specific to their field. SRM supports directives from the agencies and Administration which urge their respective employees to attend professional conferences and to participate in continuing education opportunities.

SRM Supports the ongoing implementation of the 2014 Farm Bill and those programs within the conservation title which support best-management practices on the country's rangelands. SRM supports the Grazing Improvement Act H.R. 657 as it provides needed certainty to those leasing public lands in face of current backlog of NEPA reviews.SRM supports the utilization of technical assistance when implementing conservation and working lands programs as authorized within the 2014 Farm Bill. SRM supports directives from the agencies and the Administration that urges for federal employees to receive necessary trainings and access to professional societies specific to their field. SRM supports directives from the agencies and Administration which urge their respective employees to attend professional conferences and to participate in continuing education opportunities. SRM supports directives from the agencies and Administration which highlight the issue or active range management on tribal lands. SRM supports directives which highlight active participation between range professionals and representatives from the respective tribal regions in order to implement and engage on those issues regarding best management practices. SRM supports increased engagement between range management professionals and representatives from the respective tribal regions in order to facilitate technical trainings and workshops within tribal regions that focus on best management techniques and practices.

SRM Supports the ongoing implementation of the 2014 Farm Bill and those programs within the conservation title which support best-management practices on the country's rangelands. SRM supports the Grazing Improvement Act H.R. 657 as it provides needed certainty to those leasing public lands in face of current backlog of NEPA reviews.SRM supports the utilization of technical assistance when implementing conservation and working lands programs as authorized within the 2014 Farm Bill. SRM supports directives from the agencies and the Administration that urges for federal employees to receive necessary trainings and access to professional societies specific to their field. SRM supports directives from the agencies and Administration which urge their respective employees to attend professional conferences and to participate in continuing education opportunities. SRM supports directives from the agencies and Administration which highlight the issue or active range management on tribal lands. SRM supports directives which highlight active participation between range professionals and representatives from the respective tribal regions in order to implement and engage on those issues regarding best management practices.

SRM supports the Bureau of Land Management in establishing a more aggressive and effective management plan that will maintain the continued existence of a thriving natural ecological balance between the country's rangelands and the wild horses and burros that they support. SRM supports the Natural Resources Conservation Service and their directive to address soil health, the Soil Health InitiativeSRM referenced its official comments submitted regarding the Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board Meeting held by BLM in Washington, D.C. regarding the National Academies of Sciences report that was commissioned by the agency in urging for Congress to take action in aiding the BLM on this issue. SRM opposes the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act H.R. 126 that passed the House and will now be considered in the Senate as it directs mandatory management of "wild horses and burros" on national refuge land which will impact current ecological stability of the area. SRM opposes any halt by the BLM in the gathers of wild, free roaming horses and burros. SRM supports the Healthy Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention Act H.R. 818 which allocates additional directive for action and decision on the local level when it comes to managing a national forest area. SRM supports addressing this issue within the Senate.

SRM supports the Bureau of Land Management in establishing a more aggressive and effective management plan that will maintain the continued existence of a thriving natural ecological balance between the country's rangelands and the wild horses and burros that they support. SRM supports the Natural Resources Conservation Service and their directive to address soil health, the Soil Health Initiative.SRM referenced its official comments submitted regarding the Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board Meeting held by BLM in Sacramento, CA regarding ongoing efforts by the BLM to address the issue of wild horse management and the corresponding impacts on rangelands and natural resources. SRM opposes the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act H.R. 126 that passed the House and will now be considered in the Senate as it directs mandatory management of "wild horses and burros" on national refuge land which will impact current ecological stability of the area. SRM opposes any halt by the BLM in the gathers of wild, free roaming horses and burros. SRM supports the Healthy Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention Act H.R. 818 which allocates additional directive for action and decision on the local level when it comes to managing a national forest area. SRM supports addressing this issue within the Senate.

SRM supports the Bureau of Land Management in establishing a more aggressive and effective management plan that will maintain the continued existence of a thriving natural ecological balance between the country's rangelands and the wild horses and burros that they support. SRM supports the Natural Resources Conservation Service and their directive to address soil health, the Soil Health Initiative.SRM participated in the recent BLM Adivsory Board meeting which took place in Wyoming, August 2014 and focused on the issue of wild horse and burros. An SRM member was selected to speak and present to the Board and attendees regarding range health as it pertains to the issue. SRM's involvement in the meeting focused on providing the best science available as it pertains to the issue and the ongoing impact of the wild horse and burros population to the nation's rangelands. SRM opposes the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act H.R. 126 that passed the House and will now be considered in the Senate as it directs mandatory management of "wild horses and burros" on national refuge land which will impact current ecological stability of the area. SRM opposes any halt by the BLM in the gathers of wild, free roaming horses and burros. SRM supports the Healthy Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention Act H.R. 818 which allocates additional directive for action and decision on the local level when it comes to managing a national forest area. SRM supports addressing this issue within the Senate. SRM supposts the USCA-NRCS as they look to broaden the scope of the Soil Health Initiative in order to include Range Health.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA supports efforts by the industry to label products in terms of any processing or handling that is utilized to ensure meat products are safe. USCA has been monitoring the issues surrounding Zilmax and associated growth hormones that have restricted access of U.S. beef to international trading partners. USCA supports the Administration in addressing these issues and ensuring the safety of our product that is sent abroad. USCA is opposes the regionalization of Brazil for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA opposes the proposed notice by the USDA-APHIS that would allow for trade into the US from 14 states within Brazil. USCA opposes the proposed change as offered by USDA-APHIS that specifies a change in classification regading FMD to regions within Argentina, Patagonia A and Patagonia B.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA opposes the regionalization of those regions in South America, notably Argentina and Brazil, for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA opposes the proposed notice by the USDA-APHIS that would allow for trade into the US from 14 states within Brazil. USCA opposes the proposed change as offered by USDA-APHIS that specifies a change in classification regading FMD to regions within Argentina, Patagonia South and Patagonia North B. USCA opposes the proposed notice as offered by USDA-APHIS to allow for the importation of meat from regions in Argentina, Patagonia South and Patagonia North B, given the prior notice which announced a change in classification of these regions as pertaining to their FMD status. USCA supports an extension in the current comment period for this proposed rule.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA opposes the regionalization of Brazil for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA opposes the proposed notice by the USDA-APHIS that would allow for trade into the US from 14 states within Brazil. USCA opposes the proposed change as offered by USDA-APHIS that specifies a change in classification regading FMD to regions within Argentina, Patagonia A and Patagonia B.

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the passage of the 2014 Farm Bill and its ongoing implementation.USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program continues to be officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture in addressing necessary changes as to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA opposes Section 730 within the House FY 2015 Appropriations bill which would restrict revisions necessary to the P&S Act of 1921. USCA opposes the report language issued by the House which references the current COOL program. USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the implementation of the final rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the passage of the 2014 Farm Bill and its ongoing implementation.USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA supports the participation of the USDA Secretary in ongoing efforts to implement comprehensive reform to the Beef Checkoff program. USCA supports the review of the original 1996 Act in these discussions. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture in addressing necessary changes as to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to ensure competition in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA opposes Section 730 within the House FY 2015 Appropriations bill which would restrict revisions necessary to the P&S Act of 1921. USCA opposes the report language issued by the House which references the current COOL program. USCA supports the passage of a comprehensive FY 2015 Appropriations bill which is void of any language pertaining to COOL or the P&S Act of 1921. USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the continued implementation and enforcement of the final rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supports the estate tax rate reached through the 2013 Fiscal Cliff negotiations; $5 million exemption per individual, 40% rate assessed thereafter. USCA opposes any reduction of the exemption of increase in the rate assessed. USCA supports reform to current tax code that addresses a reduced Capital Gains rate for sellers of land to beginning Farmers and RanchersUSCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supports the estate tax rate reached through the 2013 Fiscal Cliff negotiations; $5 million exemption per individual, 40% rate assessed thereafter. USCA opposes any reduction of the exemption of increase in the rate assessed. USCA supports reform to current tax code that addresses a reduced Capital Gains rate for sellers of land to beginning Farmers and RanchersUSCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization. USCA supports reinstating those tax provisions related to Section 179 and the passage of a comprehensive tax-extenders bill.

USCA supports the estate tax rate reached through the 2013 Fiscal Cliff negotiations; $5 million exemption per individual, 40% rate assessed thereafter. USCA opposes any reduction of the exemption of increase in the rate assessed. USCA supports reform to current tax code that addresses a reduced Capital Gains rate for sellers of land to beginning Farmers and RanchersUSCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the passage of the 2014 Farm Bill and its implementation.USCA supports the absence of Congressional action within the Farm Bill to impose any restrictions to either the Country-of-Origin-Labeling program or to necessary reforms to be made by GIPSA. USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program continues to be officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture in addressing necessary changes as to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA opposes any riders or language within the upcoming FY 2015 Appropriations bill which would restrict revisions necessary to the P&S Act of 1921 or the current COOL program. USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the implementation of the final rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supports increased access to broadband and high speed internet services throughout Rural America. USCA opposes any loss of Low Powered Television within rural America as a result of the spectrum auction within the FCC. USCA supports the Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act (STELA) Reauthorization Act of 2014; H.R. 4572/S. 2454 as it provides rural regions with continued access to local news, weather and emergency alerts

USCA supports increased access to broadband and high speed internet services throughout Rural America. USCA opposes any loss of Low Powered Television within rural America as a result of the spectrum auction within the FCC. USCA supports the Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act (STELA) Reauthorization Act of 2014; H.R. 4572/S. 2454 as it provides rural regions with continued access to local news, weather and emergency alerts

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA opposes the regionalization of Brazil for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA opposes the proposed notice by the USDA-APHIS that would allow for trade into the US from 14 states within Brazil. USCA opposes the proposed change as offered by USDA-APHIS that specifies a change in classification regading FMD to regions within Argentina, Patagonia A and Patagonia B.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA supports efforts by the industry to label products in terms of any processing or handling that is utilized to ensure meat products are safe. USCA has been monitoring the issues surrounding Zilmax and associated growth hormones that have restricted access of U.S. beef to international trading partners. USCA supports the Administration in addressing these issues and ensuring the safety of our product that is sent abroad. USCA is opposes the regionalization of Brazil for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA opposes the proposed notice by the USDA-APHIS that would allow for trade into the US from 14 states within Brazil. USCA opposes the proposed change as offered by USDA-APHIS that specifies a change in classification regading FMD to regions within Argentina, Patagonia A and Patagonia B.

USCA opposes legislative efforts that designate any area as a "monument" without appropriate public notice, ability to submit comments and any associated environmental and/or social impact study conducted before such a declaration can be made. USCA supports the humane treatment of horses and implemented a plan regarding the wild horse and burro population that involves the processing of horses in the U.S.USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S., as introduced by Sen. Landrieu (D-LA) and Sen. Graham (R-SC); Rep. Meehan (R-PA) and Rep. Schakowsky (D-IL) USCA opposes any language within both House and Senate FY 2015 Appropriation legislation that restricts any funding to be allocated to federal inspectors at domestic horse processing facilities. USCA opposes the limiting and decreasing of livestock numbers on public land as to allow for increased herd sizes of wild horses and burros. USCA supports the best management practices of the nation's natural resources that allows for the continued allocation of livestock on public lands and that in no way decreases those numbers to allow for greater herd sizes of wild horses and burros.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA opposes the regionalization of those regions in South America, notably Argentina and Brazil, for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA opposes the proposed notice by the USDA-APHIS that would allow for trade into the US from 14 states within Brazil. USCA opposes the proposed change as offered by USDA-APHIS that specifies a change in classification regading FMD to regions within Argentina, Patagonia South and Patagonia North B. USCA opposes the proposed notice as offered by USDA-APHIS to allow for the importation of meat from regions in Argentina, Patagonia South and Patagonia North B, given the prior notice which announced a change in classification of these regions as pertaining to their FMD status. USCA supports an extension in the current comment period for this proposed rule.

USCA opposes legislative efforts that designate any area as a "monument" without appropriate public notice, ability to submit comments and any associated environmental and/or social impact study conducted before such a declaration can be made. USCA supports the humane treatment of horses and implementing a plan regarding the wild horse and burro population that involves the processing of horses in the U.S.USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S., as introduced by Sen. Landrieu (D-LA) and Sen. Graham (R-SC); Rep. Meehan (R-PA) and Rep. Schakowsky (D-IL) USCA opposes any language within both House and Senate FY 2015 Appropriation legislation that restricts any funding to be allocated to federal inspectors at domestic horse processing facilities. USCA opposes the limiting and decreasing of livestock numbers on public land as to allow for increased herd sizes of wild horses and burros. USCA supports the best management practices of the nation's natural resources that allows for the continued allocation of livestock on public lands and that in no way decreases those numbers to allow for greater herd sizes of wild horses and burros.

USCA opposes legislative efforts that designate any area as a "monument" without appropriate public notice, ability to submit comments and any associated environmental and/or social impact study conducted before such a declaration can be made. USCA supports the humane treatment of horses and implemented a plan regarding the wild horse and burro population that involves the processing of horses in the U.S.USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S., as introduced by Sen. Landrieu (D-LA) and Sen. Graham (R-SC); Rep. Meehan (R-PA) and Rep. Schakowsky (D-IL) USCA opposes any language within both House and Senate FY 2015 Appropriation legislation that restricts any funding to be allocated to federal inspectors at domestic horse processing facilities. USCA opposes the limiting and decreasing of livestock numbers on public land as to allow for increased herd sizes of wild horses and burros. USCA supports the best management practices of the nation's natural resources that allows for the continued allocation of livestock on public lands and that in no way decreases those numbers to allow for greater herd sizes of wild horses and burros.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.

USCA opposes legislative efforts that designate any area as a "monument" without appropriate public notice, ability to submit comments and any associated environmental and/or social impact study conducted before such a declaration can be made. USCA supports the humane treatment of horses and implemented a plan regarding the wild horse and burro population that involves the processing of horses in the U.S.USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S., as introduced by Sen. Landrieu (D-LA) and Sen. Graham (R-SC); Rep. Meehan (R-PA) and Rep. Schakowsky (D-IL) USCA opposes current language within both House and Senate FY 2014 Appropriation legislation that restricts any funding to be allocated to federal inspectors at domestic horse processing facilities. USCA opposes the limiting and decreasing of livestock numbers on public land as to allow for increased herd sizes of wild horses and burros. USCA supports the best management practices of the nation's natural resources that allows for the continued allocation of livestock on public lands and that in no way decreases those numbers to allow for greater herd sizes of wild horses and burros.

USCA opposes legislative efforts that designate any area as a "monument" without appropriate public notice, ability to submit comments and any associated environmental and/or social impact study conducted before such a declaration can be made. USCA supports the humane treatment of horses and implemented a plan regarding the wild horse and burro population that involves the processing of horses in the U.S.USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S., as introduced by Sen. Landrieu (D-LA) and Sen. Graham (R-SC); Rep. Meehan (R-PA) and Rep. Schakowsky (D-IL) USCA opposes current language within both House and Senate FY 2014 Appropriation legislation that restricts any funding to be allocated to federal inspectors at domestic horse processing facilities.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA supports efforts by the industry to label products in terms of any processing or handling that is utilized to ensure meat products are safe. USCA has been monitoring the issues surrounding Zilmax and associated growth hormones that have restricted access of U.S. beef to international trading partners. USCA supports the Administration in addressing these issues and ensuring the safety of our product that is sent abroad. USCA has concerns regarding the regionalization of Brazil for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA is evaluating this proposed rule and will be submitting comments.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry.

USCA opposes legislative efforts that designate any area as a "monument" without appropriate public notice, ability to submit comments and any associated environmental and/or social impact study conducted before such a declaration can be made. USCA supports the humane treatment of horses and implemented a plan regarding the wild horse and burro population that involves the processing of horses in the U.S.USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S., as introduced by Sen. Landrieu (D-LA) and Sen. Graham (R-SC); Rep. Meehan (R-PA) and Rep. Schakowsky (D-IL) USCA opposes current language within both House and Senate FY 2014 Appropriation legislation that restricts any funding to be allocated to federal inspectors at domestic horse processing facilities.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA supports efforts by the industry to label products in terms of any processing or handling that is utilized to ensure meat products are safe. USCA has been monitoring the issues surrounding Zilmax and associated growth hormones that have restricted access of U.S. beef to international trading partners. USCA supports the Administration in addressing these issues and ensuring the safety of our product that is sent abroad. USCA has concerns regarding the regionalization of Brazil for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA is evaluating this proposed rule and will be submitting comments.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry.

SRM supports the Bureau of Land Management in establishing a more aggressive and effective management plan that will maintain the continued existence of a thriving natural ecological balance between the country's rangelands and the wild horses and burros that they support. SRM supports the Natural Resources Conservation Service and their directive to address soil health, the Soil Health InitiativeSRM opposes the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act H.R. 126 that passed the House and will now be considered in the Senate as it directs mandatory management of "wild horses and burros" on national refuge land which will impact current ecological stability of the area. SRM supports the Healthy Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention Act H.R. 818 which allocates additional directive for action and decision on the local level when it comes to managing a national forest area.

SRM supports the Bureau of Land Management in establishing a more aggressive and effective management plan that will maintain the continued existence of a thriving natural ecological balance between the country's rangelands and the wild horses and burros that they support. SRM supports the Natural Resources Conservation Service and their directive to address soil health, the Soil Health InitiativeSRM referenced its official comments submitted regarding the Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board Meeting held by BLM in Washington, D.C. regarding the National Academies of Sciences report that was commissioned by the agency in urging for Congress to take action in aiding the BLM on this issue. SRM opposes the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act H.R. 126 that passed the House and will now be considered in the Senate as it directs mandatory management of "wild horses and burros" on national refuge land which will impact current ecological stability of the area. SRM supports the Healthy Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention Act H.R. 818 which allocates additional directive for action and decision on the local level when it comes to managing a national forest area. SRM supports addressing this issue within the Senate.

SRM supports the Bureau of Land Management in establishing a more aggressive and effective management plan that will maintain the continued existence of a thriving natural ecological balance between the country's rangelands and the wild horses and burros that they support. SRM supports the Natural Resources Conservation Service and their directive to address soil health, the Soil Health InitiativeSRM submitted official comments regarding the Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board Meeting held by BLM in Washington, D.C. regarding the National Academies of Sciences report that was commissioned by the agency. SRM opposes the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act H.R. 126 that passed the House and will now be considered in the Senate as it directs mandatory management of "wild horses and burros" on national refuge land which will impact current ecological stability of the area. SRM supports the Healthy Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention Act H.R. 818 which allocates additional directive for action and decision on the local level when it comes to managing a national forest area. SRM supports addressing this issue within the Senate.

USCA supports the estate tax rate reached through the Fiscal Cliff negotiations; $5 million exemption per individual, 40% rate assessed thereafter. USCA opposes any reduction of the exemption of increase in the rate assessed. USCA supports reform to current tax code that addresses a reduced Capital Gains rate for sellers of land to beginning Farmers and RanchersUSCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2013 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2013 Farm Bill.USCA Supports the passage of a comprehensive 5-year Farm Bill. USCA supports the passage of a complete 5-year bill over an extension as needed certainty to producers under livestock disaster programs is necessary; an extension does not allow for the dispersal of such funds. USCA Supports the passage of a "clean" Farm Bill; one that does not include any altering of current Country of Origin Labeling programs or that restricts any action on reforming GIPSA. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance within the Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) and associated means testing to crop insurance. USCA Supports S. 954/H.R. 1947 "Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013"/"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act (FARRM); USCA supports passage of a comprehensive 5-year bill, not a piecemeal approach as represented through a split of the bill into specific issue areas. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture in addressing necessary changes as to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the implementation of the final rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2013 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address through future and retroactive payments the 2012 drought, Winter Storm Atlas, ongoing drought and lingering weather extremes. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2013 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2013 Farm Bill.USCA Supports S. 954/H.R. 1947 "Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013"/"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act (FARRM); USCA supports passage of a comprehensive 5-year bill, not a piecemeal approach as reprented through a split of the bill into specific issue areas. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supported the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the proposed rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2013 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address the 2012 drought and lingering weather extremes. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supports reform to current tax code that addresses a reduced Capital Gains rate for sellers of land to beginning Farmers and Ranchers.USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supports the estate tax rate reached through the Fiscal Cliff negotiations; $5 million exemption per individual, 40% rate assessed thereafter. USCA opposes any reduction of the exemption of increase in the rate assessed. USCA supports reform to current tax code that addresses a reduced Capital Gains rate for sellers of land to beginning Farmers and Ranchers.USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2013 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2013 Farm Bill.USCA Supports the passage of a comprehensive 5-year Farm Bill. USCA does not support the passage of another extension as the current extension has since expired, leaving producers without needed certainty regarding conservation and working lands programs as well as those livestock disaster programs that are only funded within a full bill. USCA Supports the passage of a "clean" Farm Bill; one that does not include any altering of current Country of Origin Labeling programs or that restricts any action on reforming GIPSA. USCA does not support tying Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) and associated means testing to crop insurance. USCA Supports S. 954/H.R. 1947 "Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013"/"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act (FARRM); USCA supports passage of a comprehensive 5-year bill, not a piecemeal approach as represented through a split of the bill into specific issue areas. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supported the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the proposed rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2013 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address the 2012 drought and lingering weather extremes. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

SRM Supports the passage of a comprehensive 5-year Farm Bill. SRM supports the passage of a new 5-year bill instead of another extension of the current 2008 Farm Bill provisions. SRM supports the passage of the Farm Bill with a comprehensive conservation title that supports the efforts of those in the field implementing conservation programs.SRM supports a full five-year Farm Bill as the current operating structure through extensions (which have now expired) does not provide needed certainty to ranchers as they look to plan for future management on their rangelands. Extensions of the 2008 Farm Bill do not provide sufficient allocation and appropriation of funds to allow for full sign-ups within conservation and working lands programs; a full bill is needed to provide allotment of all available acreage within these programs. SRM supports the Grazing Improvement Act H.R. 657 as it provides needed certainty to those leasing public lands in face of current backlog of NEPA reviews.

SRM Supports the passage of a comprehensive 5-year Farm Bill. SRM supports the passage of a new 5-year bill instead of an extension of the current 2008 Farm Bill provisions. SRM supports the passage of the Farm Bill with a comprehensive conservation title that supports the efforts of those in the field implementing conservation programs.SRM supports the Grazing Improvement Act H.R. 657 as it provides needed certainty to those leasing public lands in face of current backlog of NEPA reviews.

SRM Supports the passage of a comprehensive 5-year Farm Bill. SRM supports the passage of the Farm Bill with a comprehensive conservation title that supports the efforts of those in the field implementing conservation programs.SRM supports a full five-year Farm Bill as the current operating structure through extensions does not offer certainty in terms of future planning for either land owners or land managers. Extensions of the 2008 Farm Bill do not provide sufficient allocation and appropriation of funds to allow for full sign-ups within conservation and working lands programs; a full bill is needed to provide allotment of all available acreage within these programs. SRM supports the Grazing Improvement Act H.R. 657 as it provides needed certainty to those leasing public lands in face of current backlog of NEPA reviews.

SRM supports the Bureau of Land Management in establishing a more aggressive and effective management plan that will maintain the continued existence of a thriving natural ecological balance between the country's rangelands and the wild horses and burros that they support. SRM supports the Natural Resources Conservation Service and their directive to address soil health, the Soil Health InitiativeSRM opposes the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act H.R. 126 that passed the House and will now be considered in the Senate as it directs mandatory management of "wild horses and burros" on national refuge land which will impact current ecological stability of the area. SRM supports the Healthy Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention Act H.R. 818 which allocates additional directive for action and decision on the local level when it comes to managing a national forest area.

SRM supports the Bureau of Land Management in establishing a more aggressive and effective management plan that will maintain the continued existence of a thriving natural ecological balance between the country's rangelands and the wild horses and burros that they support. SRM supports the Natural Resources Conservation Service and their directive to address soil health, the Soil Health InitiativeSRM submitted official comments regarding the Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board Meeting held by BLM in Washington, D.C. regarding the National Academies of Sciences report that was commissioned by the agency. SRM opposes the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act H.R. 126 that passed the House and will now be considered in the Senate as it directs mandatory management of "wild horses and burros" on national refuge land which will impact current ecological stability of the area. SRM supports the Healthy Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention Act H.R. 818 which allocates additional directive for action and decision on the local level when it comes to managing a national forest area. SRM supports addressing this issue within the Senate.

SRM supports the Bureau of Land Management in establishing a more aggressive and effective management plan that will maintain the continued existence of a thriving natural ecological balance between the country's rangelands and the wild horses and burros that they support. SRM supports the Natural Resources Conservation Service and their directive to address soil health, the Soil Health InitiativeSRM referenced its official comments submitted regarding the Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board Meeting held by BLM in Washington, D.C. regarding the National Academies of Sciences report that was commissioned by the agency in urging for Congress to take action in aiding the BLM on this issue. SRM opposes the Corolla Wild Horses Protection Act H.R. 126 that passed the House and will now be considered in the Senate as it directs mandatory management of "wild horses and burros" on national refuge land which will impact current ecological stability of the area. SRM supports the Healthy Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention Act H.R. 818 which allocates additional directive for action and decision on the local level when it comes to managing a national forest area. SRM supports addressing this issue within the Senate.

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2012 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2012 Farm Bill.USCA Supports S. 10, the Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supported the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the proposed rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2012 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address the 2012 drought and lingering weather extremes.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA supports efforts by the industry to label products in terms of any processing or handling that is utilized to ensure meat products are safe. USCA has been monitoring the issues surrounding Zilmax and associated growth hormones that have restricted access of U.S. beef to international trading partners. USCA supports the Administration in addressing these issues and ensuring the safety of our product that is sent abroad. USCA has concerns regarding the regionalization of Brazil for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA is evaluating this proposed rule and will be submitting comments.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry.

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2013 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2013 Farm Bill.USCA Supports the passage of a comprehensive 5-year Farm Bill. USCA supports the passage of a complete 5-year bill over an extension as needed certainty to producers under livestock disaster programs is necessary; an extension does not allow for the dispersal of such funds. USCA Supports the passage of a "clean" Farm Bill; one that does not include any altering of current Country of Origin Labeling programs or that restricts any action on reforming GIPSA. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance within the Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) and associated means testing to crop insurance. USCA Supports S. 954/H.R. 1947 "Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013"/"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act (FARRM); USCA supports passage of a comprehensive 5-year bill, not a piecemeal approach as represented through a split of the bill into specific issue areas. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture in addressing necessary changes as to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the implementation of the final rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2013 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address through future and retroactive payments the 2012 drought, Winter Storm Atlas, ongoing drought and lingering weather extremes. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supports reform to current tax code that addresses a reduced Capital Gains rate for sellers of land to beginning Farmers and Ranchers.USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2013 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2013 Farm Bill.USCA Supports S. 954/H.R. 1947 "Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013"/"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act (FARRM); USCA supports passage of a comprehensive 5-year bill, not a piecemeal approach as reprented through a split of the bill into specific issue areas. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supported the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the proposed rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2013 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address the 2012 drought and lingering weather extremes. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supports the estate tax rate reached through the Fiscal Cliff negotiations; $5 million exemption per individual, 40% rate assessed thereafter. USCA opposes any reduction of the exemption of increase in the rate assessed. USCA supports reform to current tax code that addresses a reduced Capital Gains rate for sellers of land to beginning Farmers and RanchersUSCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2013 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2013 Farm Bill.USCA Supports the passage of a comprehensive 5-year Farm Bill. USCA does not support the passage of another extension as the current extension has since expired, leaving producers without needed certainty regarding conservation and working lands programs as well as those livestock disaster programs that are only funded within a full bill. USCA Supports the passage of a "clean" Farm Bill; one that does not include any altering of current Country of Origin Labeling programs or that restricts any action on reforming GIPSA. USCA does not support tying Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) and associated means testing to crop insurance. USCA Supports S. 954/H.R. 1947 "Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013"/"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act (FARRM); USCA supports passage of a comprehensive 5-year bill, not a piecemeal approach as represented through a split of the bill into specific issue areas. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supported the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the proposed rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2013 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address the 2012 drought and lingering weather extremes. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supports the estate tax rate reached through the Fiscal Cliff negotiations; $5 million exemption per individual, 40% rate assessed thereafter. USCA opposes any reduction of the exemption of increase in the rate assessed. USCA supports reform to current tax code that addresses a reduced Capital Gains rate for sellers of land to beginning Farmers and Ranchers.USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2012 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2012 Farm Bill.USCA Supports S. 10, the Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supported the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the proposed rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2012 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address the 2012 drought and lingering weather extremes.

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2013 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2013 Farm Bill.USCA Supports the passage of a comprehensive 5-year Farm Bill. USCA supports the passage of a complete 5-year bill over an extension as needed certainty to producers under livestock disaster programs is necessary; an extension does not allow for the dispersal of such funds. USCA Supports the passage of a "clean" Farm Bill; one that does not include any altering of current Country of Origin Labeling programs or that restricts any action on reforming GIPSA. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance within the Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) and associated means testing to crop insurance. USCA Supports S. 954/H.R. 1947 "Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013"/"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act (FARRM); USCA supports passage of a comprehensive 5-year bill, not a piecemeal approach as represented through a split of the bill into specific issue areas. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture in addressing necessary changes as to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the implementation of the final rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2013 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address through future and retroactive payments the 2012 drought, Winter Storm Atlas, ongoing drought and lingering weather extremes. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2013 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2013 Farm Bill.USCA Supports S. 954/H.R. 1947 "Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013"/"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act (FARRM); USCA supports passage of a comprehensive 5-year bill, not a piecemeal approach as reprented through a split of the bill into specific issue areas. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supported the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the proposed rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2013 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address the 2012 drought and lingering weather extremes. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2013 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2013 Farm Bill.USCA Supports the passage of a comprehensive 5-year Farm Bill. USCA does not support the passage of another extension as the current extension has since expired, leaving producers without needed certainty regarding conservation and working lands programs as well as those livestock disaster programs that are only funded within a full bill. USCA Supports the passage of a "clean" Farm Bill; one that does not include any altering of current Country of Origin Labeling programs or that restricts any action on reforming GIPSA. USCA does not support tying Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) and associated means testing to crop insurance. USCA Supports S. 954/H.R. 1947 "Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013"/"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act (FARRM); USCA supports passage of a comprehensive 5-year bill, not a piecemeal approach as represented through a split of the bill into specific issue areas. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supported the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the proposed rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2013 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address the 2012 drought and lingering weather extremes. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2013 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2013 Farm Bill.USCA Supports the passage of a comprehensive 5-year Farm Bill. USCA supports the passage of a complete 5-year bill over an extension as needed certainty to producers under livestock disaster programs is necessary; an extension does not allow for the dispersal of such funds. USCA Supports the passage of a "clean" Farm Bill; one that does not include any altering of current Country of Origin Labeling programs or that restricts any action on reforming GIPSA. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance within the Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) and associated means testing to crop insurance. USCA Supports S. 954/H.R. 1947 "Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013"/"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act (FARRM); USCA supports passage of a comprehensive 5-year bill, not a piecemeal approach as represented through a split of the bill into specific issue areas. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture in addressing necessary changes as to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the implementation of the final rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2013 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address through future and retroactive payments the 2012 drought, Winter Storm Atlas, ongoing drought and lingering weather extremes. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2013 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2013 Farm Bill.USCA Supports the passage of a comprehensive 5-year Farm Bill. USCA does not support the passage of another extension as the current extension has since expired, leaving producers without needed certainty regarding conservation and working lands programs as well as those livestock disaster programs that are only funded within a full bill. USCA Supports the passage of a "clean" Farm Bill; one that does not include any altering of current Country of Origin Labeling programs or that restricts any action on reforming GIPSA. USCA does not support tying Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) and associated means testing to crop insurance. USCA Supports S. 954/H.R. 1947 "Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013"/"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act (FARRM); USCA supports passage of a comprehensive 5-year bill, not a piecemeal approach as represented through a split of the bill into specific issue areas. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supported the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the proposed rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2013 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address the 2012 drought and lingering weather extremes. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2012 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2012 Farm Bill.USCA Supports S. 10, the Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supported the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the proposed rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2012 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address the 2012 drought and lingering weather extremes.

USCA supported strengthening antitrust laws and ensuring fair market competition. Congress needs to increase market transparency by addressing captive supply contracts, mandatory price reporting, and packer ownership of cattle. USCA supports the 2013 Farm Bill; USCA supports the inclusion of a Livestock Title within the 2013 Farm Bill.USCA Supports S. 954/H.R. 1947 "Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013"/"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act (FARRM); USCA supports passage of a comprehensive 5-year bill, not a piecemeal approach as reprented through a split of the bill into specific issue areas. USCA Supports S. 141 the Extension of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs for 2012, 2013 as introduced by Sen. Baucus (D-MT), Sen. Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Blunt (R-MO) USCA worked on USDA's newly proposed animal disease traceability program and supports the Administration as the program is officially implemented across the country. USCA will continue to work with and provide input to the USDA as they develop the animal ID rule to address cattle 18 months and younger. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Congress regarding the need to enhance and strengthen the Beef Checkoff Act and Order. USCA continues to assist in efforts with industry groups to address needed changes in the Checkoff. USCA provided information to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding competition in the beef/cattle marketplace and strengthening antitrust laws. USCA supported the U.S. Department of Agriculture's proposed rule to increase fairness of livestock marketing. USCA opposes any efforts that strip funding for the Department's proposed rule to increase fairness in the livestock marketplace through the Appropriations process. USCA supported Amendment 0075 to S.444/HR Res. 99: Amendment to FY 2013 CR, would strip any riders that rescind funding allocated to USDA-GIPSA USCA supports the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative in continuing to uphold the right of U.S. cattle producers to label their own product at the World Trade Organization. USCA supports the proposed rule offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding Country of Origin Labeling and the terms by which it will bring the U.S. into compliance with WTO standards. USCA supports working lands and certain conservation programs within the 2013 Farm Bill. USCA does not support tying conservation compliance to crop insurance. USCA supports a comprehensive livestock disaster package within the farm bill to address the 2012 drought and lingering weather extremes. USCA Supports S. 1280/H.R. 2671 Charitable Agricultural Research Act as it allows for tax deductions for a charitable contribution to an agricultural research organization

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry. USCA supports efforts by the industry to label products in terms of any processing or handling that is utilized to ensure meat products are safe. USCA has been monitoring the issues surrounding Zilmax and associated growth hormones that have restricted access of U.S. beef to international trading partners. USCA supports the Administration in addressing these issues and ensuring the safety of our product that is sent abroad. USCA has concerns regarding the regionalization of Brazil for the purpose of importing meat, as it will allow for the potential introduction of Foot and Mouth Disease within the United States. USCA is evaluating this proposed rule and will be submitting comments.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.

USCA opposes legislative efforts that designate any area as a "monument" without appropriate public notice, ability to submit comments and any associated environmental and/or social impact study conducted before such a declaration can be made. USCA supports the humane treatment of horses and implemented a plan regarding the wild horse and burro population that involves the processing of horses in the U.S.USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S., as introduced by Sen. Landrieu (D-LA) and Sen. Graham (R-SC); Rep. Meehan (R-PA) and Rep. Schakowsky (D-IL) USCA opposes current language within both House and Senate FY 2014 Appropriation legislation that restricts any funding to be allocated to federal inspectors at domestic horse processing facilities. USCA opposes the limiting and decreasing of livestock numbers on public land as to allow for increased herd sizes of wild horses and burros. USCA supports the best management practices of the nation's natural resources that allows for the continued allocation of livestock on public lands and that in no way decreases those numbers to allow for greater herd sizes of wild horses and burros.

USCA opposes legislative efforts that designate any area as a "monument" without appropriate public notice, ability to submit comments and any associated environmental and/or social impact study conducted before such a declaration can be made. USCA supports the humane treatment of horses and implemented a plan regarding the wild horse and burro population that involves the processing of horses in the U.S.USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S., as introduced by Sen. Landrieu (D-LA) and Sen. Graham (R-SC); Rep. Meehan (R-PA) and Rep. Schakowsky (D-IL) USCA opposes current language within both House and Senate FY 2014 Appropriation legislation that restricts any funding to be allocated to federal inspectors at domestic horse processing facilities.

USCA opposes legislative efforts that designate any area as a "monument" without appropriate public notice, ability to submit comments and any associated environmental and/or social impact study conducted before such a declaration can be made. USCA supports the humane treatment of horses and implemented a plan regarding the wild horse and burro population that involves the processing of horses in the U.S.USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S., as introduced by Sen. Landrieu (D-LA) and Sen. Graham (R-SC); Rep. Meehan (R-PA) and Rep. Schakowsky (D-IL) USCA opposes current language within both House and Senate FY 2014 Appropriation legislation that restricts any funding to be allocated to federal inspectors at domestic horse processing facilities.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry.

USCA continues to support the freedom to utilize valuable and proven medicines that ranchers rely on to keep livestock herds healthy. USCA supports the responsible use of antibiotics. USCA Opposes S. 541/HR 1094 Safeguard American Food Exports Act- A bill to prevent health threats posed by the consumption of equines raised in the U.S.USCA opposes H.R. 1150/S. 1256 "Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2013" as it restricts delivery of potentially needed antibiotics within the industry.

USCA supports H.R. 2959/S. 1561: The Charitable Research Act would expand the tax code to allow for private donors to allocate specific funds on a tax-deductible basis to agriculture research. USCA supports estate tax relief and the permanent reform of the estate and gift tax provisions of the IRS code. USCA supports S. 2274: The Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research Act would establish a nonprofit corporation that would allow for specific allocation of private donations to be directed to agriculture programs USCA supports the Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act: S. 2242/H.R. 1259 which would repeal the federal estate tax, repeal the generation skipping transfer (GST) tax, make permanent the maximum 35 percent gift tax rate and a $5 million lifetime gift tax exemption, and maintain the stepped-up basis provisions important to family farms and businesses USCA supports addressing the estate tax within the year-end "fiscal cliff" package. USCA supports at the very least maintaing the current estate tax levels.

USCA supports H.R. 2959/S. 1561: The Charitable Research Act would expand the tax code to allow for private donors to allocate specific funds on a tax-deductible basis to agriculture research. USCA supports estate tax relief and the permanent reform of the estate and gift tax provisions of the IRS code. USCA supports S. 2274: The Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research Act would establish a nonprofit corporation that would allow for specific allocation of private donations to be directed to agriculture programs USCA supports the Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act: S. 2242/H.R. 1259 which would repeal the federal estate tax, repeal the generation skipping transfer (GST) tax, make permanent the maximum 35 percent gift tax rate and a $5 million lifetime gift tax exemption, and maintain the stepped-up basis provisions important to family farms and businesses

USCA supports H.R. 2959/S. 1561: The Charitable Research Act would expand the tax code to allow for private donors to allocate specific funds on a tax-deductible basis to agriculture research. USCA supports estate tax relief and the permanent reform of the estate and gift tax provisions of the IRS code. USCA supports S. 2274: The Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research Act would establish a nonprofit corporation that would allow for specific allocation of private donations to be directed to agriculture programs USCA supports the Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act: S. 2242/H.R. 1259 which would repeal the federal estate tax, repeal the generation skipping transfer (GST) tax, make permanent the maximum 35 percent gift tax rate and a $5 million lifetime gift tax exemption, and maintain the stepped-up basis provisions important to family farms and businesses

USCA supports H.R. 2959/S. 1561: The Charitable Research Act would expand the tax code to allow for private donors to allocate specific funds on a tax-deductible basis to agriculture research. USCA supports estate tax relief and the permanent reform of the estate and gift tax provisions of the IRS code. USCA supports S. 2274: The Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research Act would establish a nonprofit corporation that would allow for specific allocation of private donations to be directed to agriculture programs USCA supports the Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act: S. 2242/H.R. 1259 which would repeal the federal estate tax, repeal the generation skipping transfer (GST) tax, make permanent the maximum 35 percent gift tax rate and a $5 million lifetime gift tax exemption, and maintain the stepped-up basis provisions important to family farms and businesses

USCA Supported H.R. 1996/S. 1061 the Government Litigation Savings Act, a bill that brings the Equal Access to Justice Act (EAJA) back in line with its original intent. USCA asked Congress to reform EAJA so that it cannot be used for frivolous suits, or to advance a political agenda.

USCA Supported H.R. 1996/S. 1061 the Government Litigation Savings Act, a bill that brings the Equal Access to Justice Act (EAJA) back in line with its original intent. USCA asked Congress to reform EAJA so that it cannot be used for frivolous suits, or to advance a political agenda.

USCA Supported H.R. 1996/S. 1061 the Government Litigation Savings Act, a bill that brings the Equal Access to Justice Act (EAJA) back in line with its original intent. USCA asked Congress to reform EAJA so that it cannot be used for frivolous suits, or to advance a political agenda.