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American Energy Renaissance Act of 2014
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Work with Members and USFWS to address concerns and answer questions related to the listing of the Lesser Prairie Chicken. Opposition to repeal of the RFS contianed in H.R.4286 - American Energy Renaissance Act of 2014. Work with Members to clarify provisions related to early outs for CRP contained in H.R.2642 - Agricultural Act of 2014.
Waters of the United States Regulatory Overreach Protection Act of 2014
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Specific issues are shown only where the LDA source assigned them to this lobbyist. Targets apply to the associated filing.
KANSAS FARM BUREAU via KANSAS FARM BUREAU
2014 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Support for HR 5771 - To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring provisions and make technical corrections, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the tax treatment of ABLE accounts established under State programs for the care of family members with disabilities, and for other purposes. Specifically, support for section 179 expensing and bonus depreciation and other expiring provisions that are needed for agriculture.
Continued efforts related to the listing of the Lesser Prairie Chicken by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, including discussion of potential legislation and the development of conservation plans to mitigate development and activity in the range of the bird.
Source: Senate LDA
Ongoing opposition to the proposed rule on Waters of the United States, the proposed rule on worker protection standards, and concerns over restrictions on the use of surplus federal property by rural fire districts and others. Support for passage of HR5078, the Waters of the United States Regulatory Overreach Protection Act of 2014.
Efforts in support of S 744, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act; and work to improve and move forward House measures, specifically, HR 1773, the AG Act.
Support for HR 2429 and S 1183, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2013. Also participation on small business panel with Ways and Means Committee Members on tax reform.
Support for HR 311, Farmers Undertake Environmental Land Stewardship Act, to clarify SPCC requirements as they relate to agricultural operations. Support for HR 935, Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2013 to clarify that FIFRA controls spray application not the CWA.
To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Support for HR 903, American Job Protection Act. Support for HR 763, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Support for HR 903, American Job Protection Act. Support for HR 763, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2014
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Support for HR 311, Farmers Undertake Environmental Land Stewardship Act, to clarify SPCC requirements as they relate to agricultural operations. Support for HR 935, Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2013 to clarify that FIFRA controls spray application not the CWA.
Support for HR 2429 and S 1183, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2013. Also participation on small business panel with Ways and Means Committee Members on tax reform.
Support for S336, Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013
A bill to exempt certain class A CDL drivers from the requirement to obtain a hazardous material endorsement while operating a service vehicle with a fuel tank containing 3,785 liters (1,000 gallons) or less of diesel fuel.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Support for S 601, Water Resources Development Act of 2013. Activity surrounding implementation of MAP-21. Support for S 485, A bill to exempt certain class A CDL drivers from the requirement to obtain a hazardous material endorsement while operating a service vehicle with a fuel tank containing 3,785 liters (1,000 gallons) or less of diesel fuel.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Reauthorization Act of 2013
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Support for S 622 and companion House measure, Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Reauthorization Act of 2013.
Efforts to support House passage of immigration reform measures and ongoing support for S 744, The Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act.
S 744, Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act. Support for agricultural labor provisions and moving the entire bill forward.
Efforts in support of S 744, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act; and work to improve and move forward House measures, specifically, HR 1773, the AG Act.
Downed Animal and Food Safety Protection Act
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Discussions with members of the Kansas Congressional Delegation regarding the development of the farm safety net in the 2012 Farm Bill. Specific issues included components of the commodity, crop insurance, and conservation titles. Opposition to The Food Safety and Downed Animal Protection Act, H.R. 3704; The Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act, H.R. 965; and The Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012, H.R. 3798.
Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Discussions realted to development and passage of the 2012 Farm Bill; S. 3240, the Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2012 and HR 6083, the Federal Agricultural and Risk Management Act. Support for inclusion of HR 872, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011. Opposition to S 3239 and HR 3798, the Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012.
Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Discussions with members of the Kansas Congressional Delegation regarding the development of the farm safety net in the 2012 Farm Bill. Specific issues included components of the commodity, crop insurance, and conservation titles. Opposition to The Food Safety and Downed Animal Protection Act, H.R. 3704; The Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act, H.R. 965; and The Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012, H.R. 3798.
Support for HR 4157, the Preserving America's Family Farm Act; and additional efforts with the Kansas Congressional delegation to oppose proposed rules related to child labor on famly farms and ranches.
Preserving Rural Resources Act of 2012
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Conversation concerning proposed guidiance by the Environmental Protection Agency on the definition of Waters of the United States. Support for the Preserving Rural Resources Act, HR 4278
To preserve existing rights and responsibilities with respect to waters of the United States, and for other purposes.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Support for HR 4965, To preserve existing rights and responsibilities with respect to waters of the United States, and for other purposes. Additionally discussions with Kansas Members of Congress concerning the proposed guidiance by EPA to redefine the term "waters of the United States" as it relates to their jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act.
Discussions with members of the Kansas Congressional delegation concerning expiring tax provisions, specifically related to the estate tax and capital gains tax. Support for HR 5990, the Farm Tax Parity Act.
Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2012
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Discussions realted to development and passage of the 2012 Farm Bill; S. 3240, the Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2012 and HR 6083, the Federal Agricultural and Risk Management Act. Support for inclusion of HR 872, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011. Opposition to S 3239 and HR 3798, the Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012.
American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act of 2012
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Work on issues impacting farmers and ranchers in S. 1813, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), and H.R. 7, the American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act.
Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Discussions realted to development and passage of the 2012 Farm Bill; S. 3240, the Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2012 and HR 6083, the Federal Agricultural and Risk Management Act. Support for inclusion of HR 872, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011. Opposition to S 3239 and HR 3798, the Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012.
Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2011
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Discussions with members of the Kansas Congressional Delegation regarding the development of the farm safety net in the 2012 Farm Bill. Specific issues included components of the commodity, crop insurance, and conservation titles. Opposition to The Food Safety and Downed Animal Protection Act, H.R. 3704; The Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act, H.R. 965; and The Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012, H.R. 3798.
Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act of 2011
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Support for repeal of 1099 reporting requirements. HR 1259, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes, and for other purposes.
United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Efforts supporting the passage of HR 3078 - United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act; HR 3079 - United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act; and HR 3080 - United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Efforts supporting the passage of HR 3078 - United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act; HR 3079 - United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act; and HR 3080 - United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Efforts supporting the passage of HR 3078 - United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act; HR 3079 - United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act; and HR 3080 - United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
Veterinary Public Health Amendments Act of 2011
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
HR 525, To amend the Public Health Service Act to enhance and increase the number of veterinarians trained in veterinary public health.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the incentives for the production of biodiesel.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
HR 4070 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the incentives for the production of biodiesel. HR 4940 Renewable Fuels Reinvestment Act S 1589 Biodiesel Tax Incentive Reform and Extension Act of 2009 S 3231 GREEN Jobs Act of 2010
HR 4070 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the incentives for the production of biodiesel. HR 4940 Renewable Fuels Reinvestment Act S 1589 Biodiesel Tax Incentive Reform and Extension Act of 2009 S 3231 GREEN Jobs Act of 2010
Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
S 3578 and HR 5141, the Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act. Supported efforts to repeal 1099 reporting requirements for small businesses. Efforts to secure estate tax action/reform, specifically amendments offered by Senators Lincoln and Kyl.
American Clean Energy Leadership Act of 2009
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Discussions with Congressional offices regarding support of bi-partisan energy reform, such as S 1462. Specifically we support renewable energy sources including ethanol, biodiesel, biomass and wind development; efforts to increase the nations energy security and independence through increased exploration and drilling; and new capacity for nuclear power generation. We continue to oppose climate change legislation which would place unnecessary financial burden on agriculture producers.
Biodiesel Tax Incentive Reform and Extension Act of 2009
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
HR 4070 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the incentives for the production of biodiesel. HR 4940 Renewable Fuels Reinvestment Act S 1589 Biodiesel Tax Incentive Reform and Extension Act of 2009 S 3231 GREEN Jobs Act of 2010
HR 4070 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the incentives for the production of biodiesel. HR 4940 Renewable Fuels Reinvestment Act S 1589 Biodiesel Tax Incentive Reform and Extension Act of 2009 S 3231 GREEN Jobs Act of 2010
Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
S 3578 and HR 5141, the Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act. Supported efforts to repeal 1099 reporting requirements for small businesses. Efforts to secure estate tax action/reform, specifically amendments offered by Senators Lincoln and Kyl.
Agricultural Export Facilitation Act of 2009
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Support for HR 1737 and efforts to expand trade and travel to Cuba.
Horse Transportation Safety Act of 2009
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Horse processing and animal care issues (HR 305, 503 and S 727). Ruminant Feed Ban Rule impacts on KS producers using rendering facilities.
Efforts to recruit co-sponsors for HR 3905 concerning the estate tax.
A bill to amend the Clean Air act to prohibit the issuance of permits under title V of that Act for certain emissions from agricultural production.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
S 787 The Clean Water Restoration Act. GHG emissions policy discussion and potential impact on agriculture in the form of increased costs for fuel, fertilizer and energy, the Cow Tax (S 527 and pending House Bills), efforts by agriculture to mitigate through no-till and other practices which sequester carbon in the soil.
A bill to amend the definition of commercial motor vehicle in section 31101 of title 49, United States Code, to exclude certain farm vehicles, and for other purposes.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
S 639 and efforts to remedy limitations on the transportation of agriclutural commodities from farm to market.
Horse processing and animal care issues (HR 305, 503 and S 727). Ruminant Feed Ban Rule impacts on KS producers using rendering facilities.
S 787 The Clean Water Restoration Act. GHG emissions policy discussion and potential impact on agriculture in the form of increased costs for fuel, fertilizer and energy, the Cow Tax (S 527 and pending House Bills), efforts by agriculture to mitigate through no-till and other practices which sequester carbon in the soil.
Voiced opposition to HR 2454 as it was debated in the House and in preparation for debate in the Senate. Shared information about the likely impacts of the measure on farmers and ranchers. Additionally offered support to amendments by Senator Bond that would restrict senate debate and prohibit Senate action on climate legislation without a cloture vote. Also worked in opposition to S 787, the Clean Water Restoration Act, and in anticipation of similar house efforts.
To include B20 biodiesel blends as an alternative fuel for corporate average fuel economy purposes.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Voiced opposition to HR 2454 as it was debated in the House and in preparation for debate in the Senate. Shared information about the likely impacts of the measure on farmers and ranchers. Additionally offered support to amendments by Senator Bond that would restrict senate debate and prohibit Senate action on climate legislation without a cloture vote. Also worked in opposition to S 787, the Clean Water Restoration Act, and in anticipation of similar house efforts.
Simon Wiesenthal Holocaust Education Assistance Act
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
HR 1092, HR 5724, Implementation of the Colombia Free Trade Agreement
Agricultural Protection and Prosperity Act of 2007
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Clean Water Act amemdments (S 1870, HR 2421), Superfund exemptions for animal waste (S 807, HR 1398)
Agricultural Protection and Prosperity Act of 2007
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Clean Water Act amendments--HR 2421, S 1870, Superfund exemptions for animal waste (S 807, HR 1398)
Clean Water Act amendments--HR 2421, S 1870, Superfund exemptions for animal waste (S 807, HR 1398)
HR 2419/6124, the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 HR 2421, amending the Clean Water Act General Discussion on addtional issues, including animal care, H Res 1012 regarding Missouri River Flows, CRP, and public lands legislation
Clean Water Act amemdments (S 1870, HR 2421), Superfund exemptions for animal waste (S 807, HR 1398)
S 3036; Climate change legislation and amendments Efforts to address energy crisis.... Oposition to HR 2421 and S 1870, amending the Clean Water Act
To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide certain exemptions to drivers of intrastate commercial motor vehicles engaged in agricultural purposes.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
HR 3098, clarifying farm truck weight limits and state elegibility for federal highway funding. Also discussed additional transportation issues, specifically the 150 air mile radius rule, interstate commerce interpretations, and state boarder crossing.
To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide certain exemptions to drivers of intrastate commercial motor vehicles engaged in agricultural purposes.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
HR 3098; Definitions of farm to market for interstate commerce determinations, 150 mile farm commodity exemption from CDL requirements, CDL education requirements 2009 Highway plan reauthorization
To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide certain exemptions to drivers of intrastate commercial motor vehicles engaged in agricultural purposes.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
HR 3098, interstate commerce definitions and agriculture exemptions
To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide certain exemptions to drivers of intrastate commercial motor vehicles engaged in agricultural purposes.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
HR 3098, definition of intra v inter state commerce and agricluture exemptions
Secure America Through Verification and Enforcement Act of 2007
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Immigration Reform--The SAVE Act, HR 4088
Secure America Through Verification and Enforcement Act of 2007
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Immigration Refort--The SAVE Act, HR 4088
Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act of 2007
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Capital gains taxes on the sale of land to young and beginning farmers and ranchers, S 2637/HR 5134
Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act of 2007
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Capital Gains Taxes on the sale of land to young and beginning farmers and ranchers (S 2637, HR 5134)
United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
HR 1092, HR 5724, Implementation of the Colombia Free Trade Agreement
HR 6202, Farm Animal Cruelty Act opposition Non-ambulatory livestock amendments in Senate Appropriations Committee JBS Swift acquisition/merger review at DOJ
To amend the commodity provisions of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 to permit producers to aggregate base acres and reconstitute farms to avoid the prohibition on receiving direct payments, counter-cyclical payments, or average crop revenue election payments when the sum of the base acres of a farm is 10 acres or less, and for other purposes.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
HR 6124, The Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008; Conservation provisions, Commodity title, ACRE, Disaster Assistance Programs HR 6849, technical corrections; 10 acre rule, permanent disaster assistance USDA technology issues discussion, CRP release and court decisions, Rural development funding
Honoring the historical significance of and reaffirming continued Congressional support for commercial navigation on the Missouri River.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
HR 2419/6124, the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 HR 2421, amending the Clean Water Act General Discussion on addtional issues, including animal care, H Res 1012 regarding Missouri River Flows, CRP, and public lands legislation
Clean Water Act amendments--HR 2421, S 1870, Superfund exemptions for animal waste (S 807, HR 1398)
S 3036; Climate change legislation and amendments Efforts to address energy crisis.... Oposition to HR 2421 and S 1870, amending the Clean Water Act
Clean Water Act amemdments (S 1870, HR 2421), Superfund exemptions for animal waste (S 807, HR 1398)
Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act of 2008
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Capital gains taxes on the sale of land to young and beginning farmers and ranchers, S 2637/HR 5134
Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act of 2008
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Capital Gains Taxes on the sale of land to young and beginning farmers and ranchers (S 2637, HR 5134)
Agricultural Protection and Prosperity Act of 2007
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Clean Water Act amendments--HR 2421, S 1870, Superfund exemptions for animal waste (S 807, HR 1398)
Agricultural Protection and Prosperity Act of 2007
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
Clean Water Act amemdments (S 1870, HR 2421), Superfund exemptions for animal waste (S 807, HR 1398)
A bill to suspend temporarily the duty on Vulcuren UPKA 1988.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
S 3036; Climate change legislation and amendments Efforts to address energy crisis.... Oposition to HR 2421 and S 1870, amending the Clean Water Act
A bill to suspend temporarily the duty on Vulcuren UPKA 1988.
Client: KANSAS FARM BUREAU · Firm: KANSAS FARM BUREAU
S 3036, Climate Change legislation and amendments
Agriculture Appropriations CREP CRP Farm Credit New Homestead Act of 2007: S 1093 Water Resources Development Act 2007 Farm Bill Rural development FSA Consolidation Biomass on CRP
CRP taxes CRP self employment taxes SB 6 Energy Tax package S 777: Witholding Tax relief
Support for HR 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 which contained funding for agricultural and other programs.
Opposition to efforts of the EPA to expand jurisdiction of the Clean Water Act using a rulemaking focused on Waters of the United States (WOTUS). Lobbying efforts included coordination with Members of Congress on letters opposing the rulemaking.
Ongoing efforts to clarify issues related to APH, cover crops, and NASS during the implementation of the 2014 Farm Bill. Also efforts to better understand the intent of USDA in the announcement to create a second Beef Check-off using authority granted to the Secretary in the 1996 Act on Commodity Check-off Programs.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
KANSAS FARM BUREAU via KANSAS FARM BUREAU
2014 · third_quarter · Q3
General research and concern about availability of cell service and coverage in rural areas, specifically areas along state borders.
Ongoing opposition to the proposed rule on Waters of the United States, the proposed rule on worker protection standards, and concerns over restrictions on the use of surplus federal property by rural fire districts and others. Support for passage of HR5078, the Waters of the United States Regulatory Overreach Protection Act of 2014.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2014 · second_quarter · Q2
Work with Members to impact funding decisions in the Agricultural Appropriations bills.
Support for passage of the conference committee report on H.R.3080 - Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014.
Work with Members and USFWS to address concerns and answer questions related to the listing of the Lesser Prairie Chicken. Opposition to repeal of the RFS contianed in H.R.4286 - American Energy Renaissance Act of 2014. Work with Members to clarify provisions related to early outs for CRP contained in H.R.2642 - Agricultural Act of 2014.
Comments on the Worker Protection Standards rule proposed by EPA and work to clarify farm labor overtime concerns.
Ongoing discussions with Members regarding the need for comprehensive reform of the nation's immigration policy.
Support for the nomination of Darci Vetter as the Chief Agricultural Negotiator for the Office of the United States Trade Representative.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS)
KANSAS FARM BUREAU via KANSAS FARM BUREAU
2014 · first_quarter · RA
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
Issues impacting farmers and ranchers of Kansas.
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2014 · first_quarter · Q1
Voiced opposition to overregulation by EPA through the rule on Waters of the United States.
Supported passage of the conference committee report on H.R.2642 - Agricultural Act of 2014. Worked with Members of the Kansas Delegation to address implementation issues concerning livestock disaster assistance and crop insurance, including development of a limited irrigation insurance option.
Supported efforts to address tax extenders concerns, including new depreciation rules, cash accounting, and section 179 expensing.
Discussions with Members in support of TPP and TPA.
Supported efforts to expand rural broadband access.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS)
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2013 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Concerns expressed regarding cash accounting and expiration of other tax exemptions/deductions.
Efforts to support House passage of immigration reform measures and ongoing support for S 744, The Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act.
Ongoing efforts to oppose efforts by EPA to expand jurisdiciton under the Clean Water Act through guidance or rulemaking. Additional efforts to clarify regulation of pesiticides under FIFRA rather than the CWA.
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2013 · third_quarter · Q3
Efforts to support HR 3080, the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2013.
Efforts to educate Members and agency personnel about possible impacts to agriculture and potential mitigation strategies in the proposed listing of the Lesser Prairie Chicken as threatened or endangered.
Consultation and promotion of priorities in Senate Finance Committee discussions of possible tax reform measures.
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2013 · second_quarter · Q2
The Agricultural, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies FY 2014 Appropriations Bill amendments by the sub-committee. Letter in support of funding for the National Agro and Bio-defense Facility (NBAF).
S 744, Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act. Support for agricultural labor provisions and moving the entire bill forward.
Support for HR 2429 and S 1183, Death Tax Repeal Act of 2013. Also participation on small business panel with Ways and Means Committee Members on tax reform.
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2013 · first_quarter · Q1
Educational and research efforts to oppose development of a safe harbor agreement and memorandum of understanding related to placement of Black Footed Ferrets on private property. Efforts to develop mitigation plans to provide alternatives to a proposed listing of the Lesser Pairie Chicken by the USFWS.
Support for S 622 and companion House measure, Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Reauthorization Act of 2013.
Support for S 601, Water Resources Development Act of 2013. Activity surrounding implementation of MAP-21. Support for S 485, A bill to exempt certain class A CDL drivers from the requirement to obtain a hazardous material endorsement while operating a service vehicle with a fuel tank containing 3,785 liters (1,000 gallons) or less of diesel fuel.
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2012 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Support for the development of permanent and workable system to supply temporary labor to agriculture.
Follow-up efforts related to passage of MAP-21 and the need for exempt procuders to file a Form 2290
Opposition to Senate passage of S 3525, The Sportsmen's Act of 2012 Additional efforts to support right of landowners in areas that are habitat for the Lesser Prairie Chicken or the Black Footed Ferret.
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2012 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitoring of efforts to implement agricultural exemptions of the MAP-21 legisltation.
Support for passage and conference work on the 2012 Farm Bill. Specific work in support of concepts in the commodity title, conservation programs and crops insurance programs, including the development of a limited irrigation crop insurance product. Also work to support efforts to address drought and programs to assist livestock producers.
Support for efforts to extend current exemptions and deducations favorable to agriculture and non-profit entities.
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2012 · second_quarter · Q2
Support for HR 4157, the Preserving America's Family Farm Act; and additional efforts with the Kansas Congressional delegation to oppose proposed rules related to child labor on famly farms and ranches.
Support for efforts to secure funding for location and construction of the National and Bio Agro-defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, KS.
Support for HR 4965, To preserve existing rights and responsibilities with respect to waters of the United States, and for other purposes. Additionally discussions with Kansas Members of Congress concerning the proposed guidiance by EPA to redefine the term "waters of the United States" as it relates to their jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act.
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2012 · first_quarter · Q1
Relaying member concerns about the impacts of No Child Left Behind on rural schools and rural education.
Conversations with Members of Congress and grassroots efforts in Kansas to highlight the potential impacts of rules propopsed by the Department of Labor relating to child labor in agriculture.
Work on issues impacting farmers and ranchers in S. 1813, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), and H.R. 7, the American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act.
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2011 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Efforts supporting the passage of HR 3078 - United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act; HR 3079 - United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act; and HR 3080 - United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
Discussions and efforts supporting funding of agriculture programs in H.R. 2112, the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies FY 2012 Appropriations Bill. Joint Committee on Deficit Reduction efforts on Farm Bill spending.
Support for Congressional efforts to restrict enforcement of National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines Support for passage of HR 1633 - Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011
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2011 · third_quarter · Q3
Request for extension, and development of response to Department of Labor's NPRM on child labor in agriculture.
Ongoing education and opposition to discussion of increased regulation of air and water quality.
Comments drafted and submitted in response to request from FMCSA on agricultural transportation.
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2011 · second_quarter · Q2
Development of the 2012 Farm Bill, budget concerns about reductions in spending for farmer support programs including crop insurance, direct payments, and conservation programs.
Advocacy on behalf of locating the National Bio and Agro Defense Facility on the campus of Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas
Support for implementation for pending FTAs
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2011 · first_quarter · Q1
Support for repeal of 1099 reporting requirements. HR 1259, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes, and for other purposes.
Testimony of Stanley R. Townsend before the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry
Discussions seeking clarity and uniformity and clarity in exemptions for transport of agriclutural commodities and inputs to and from the farm in both intra and interstate commerce in preparation for reauthorization of the federal highway bill.
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2010 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Cheseapeke Bay TMDL discussions, numeric nutrient stanards proposal for Kansas
Farm Bill budget issues, federal deficit discussion
2012 Farm Bill discussions including dairy, livestock regulation and sustainability
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2010 · third_quarter · Q3
Efforts to support clarifying rules for Hours of Service among agricultural operators.
Response to an NOI filed by Friends of the Kaw and the Kansas Natural Resources Council seeking to compel EPA to impose numeric nutrient standards on the state of Kansas. Additionally, efforts to oppose any reduction in the current NAAQS.
Sought cosponsors for draft legislation - the Rural Microbusiness Investment Credit Act of 2010.
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2010 · second_quarter · Q2
National Broadband Plan
Estate Tax Reform
Missouri River Authorized Purposes Study Notice of Intent to Sue response to EPA S 1816Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009 Wide basis impacting the 2010 KS wheat crop & 2012 Farm Bill development
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2010 · first_quarter · Q1
Multiple efforts to express concern about proposed rules by the EPA that would regulate GHG emissions. Specific activies include support for resolutions of disapproval offered by Senator Murkowski and Congressman Collin Peterson and Jerry Moran.
Discussions with Congressional offices regarding the need for permanent reform of the estate tax. Specifically favoring an exemption of $5million, which could be doubled with a spouse and proper planning, a top rate of 35%, and the continuation of stepped-up basis.
Discussions with Congressional offices regarding support of bi-partisan energy reform, such as S 1462. Specifically we support renewable energy sources including ethanol, biodiesel, biomass and wind development; efforts to increase the nations energy security and independence through increased exploration and drilling; and new capacity for nuclear power generation. We continue to oppose climate change legislation which would place unnecessary financial burden on agriculture producers.
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2009 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Efforts to recruit co-sponsors for HR 3905 concerning the estate tax.
Discussions concerning the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame located in Bonner Springs, Kansas.
Comments and a meeting with representatives of the EPA concerning a request to cancel the registration for Rozol, a popular and effective tool to control the spread and negative impact of Black Tailed Prairie Dogs on crop and livestock operators land across the midwest.
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2009 · third_quarter · Q3
Continued efforts to secure funding for initial relocation of the National Bio and Agrodefense Facility (NBAF) to the campus of Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas.
Comments filed with USTR in support of ratification of pending agreements with the governments of Colombia and Korea both of which would significantly expand opportunities for exporting Kansas agricultural commodities.
Discussion of agriclutural exemptions an hours of service requirements in the federal highway bill in preparation for reauthorization.
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2009 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussed rural health care and the need for technology driven developments including tele-medicne as an alternative and as a vehicle to ensure access to high quality care regardless of location.
Educational efforts with new Member of Congress on Farm Bureau positions on energy and renewable fuels. Specifically discussed the RFS and our suppport for higher blends of ethanol and biodiesel. Also discussed EPAs efforts to track life cycle emissions.
Continued efforts to educate members of the Kansas Congressional Delegation about state-side efforts to expand availability of high speed internet through mapping, demand stimulation, and the development of opportunities for community communications centers.
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2009 · first_quarter · Q1
Horse processing and animal care issues (HR 305, 503 and S 727). Ruminant Feed Ban Rule impacts on KS producers using rendering facilities.
S 639 and efforts to remedy limitations on the transportation of agriclutural commodities from farm to market.
Plans to further limits farm program payments beyond reforms enacted in the 2008 Farm Bill and budget proposals to eliminate direct payments to producers with gross sales over $500,000. Proposals that further cut federal crop insurance subsidies in a way that would impact producers and crop insurance compaines. Rural development including efforts to expand coverage for broadband service. Farm loan program benefits and challenges for producers. Farm Bill implementation - forms, process, technology at FSA.
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2008 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Provided support for efforts and proposals to locate the National Bio and Agro-defense Facility on the campus of Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas
Climate change discussions with Senate staffers.
Rural Development discussions with USDA RD about the Kansas Hometown Prosperity initative and approved grant dollars for the initiative.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE
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2008 · third_quarter · Q3
HR 3098; Definitions of farm to market for interstate commerce determinations, 150 mile farm commodity exemption from CDL requirements, CDL education requirements 2009 Highway plan reauthorization
HR 6124, The Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008; Conservation provisions, Commodity title, ACRE, Disaster Assistance Programs HR 6849, technical corrections; 10 acre rule, permanent disaster assistance USDA technology issues discussion, CRP release and court decisions, Rural development funding
HR 6202, Farm Animal Cruelty Act opposition Non-ambulatory livestock amendments in Senate Appropriations Committee JBS Swift acquisition/merger review at DOJ
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2008 · first_quarter · 1A
Animal care issues: horse slaughter, gestitation crates, etc.
Immigration Refort--The SAVE Act, HR 4088
Peru and Colombia Free Trade Agreements, NAFTA
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2008 · second_quarter · Q2
HR 2419/6124, the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 HR 2421, amending the Clean Water Act General Discussion on addtional issues, including animal care, H Res 1012 regarding Missouri River Flows, CRP, and public lands legislation
HR 3098, clarifying farm truck weight limits and state elegibility for federal highway funding. Also discussed additional transportation issues, specifically the 150 air mile radius rule, interstate commerce interpretations, and state boarder crossing.
S 3036, Climate Change legislation and amendments
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2008 · first_quarter · Q1
Agricultural Approproations, Farm Bill and Rural Development
Immigration Reform--The SAVE Act, HR 4088
HR 3098, definition of intra v inter state commerce and agricluture exemptions
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2007 · year_end · YY
Farm Bill Disaster Declarations and Assistance Livestock Management Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program
National Historic Trails Designation
Comprehensive Immigration Reform AGJOBS
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2007 · mid_year · MM
National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility
Immigration reform Guest workers
Minimum wage
Doha/WTO
Ongoing efforts to educate Members and agency personnel about the impacts of a potential listing of the Lesser Prairie Chicken as threatened or endangered, and to encourage consideration and support for voluntary habitat conservation efforts. Comments filed on the 4(d) rule proposed by USFWS.
Support for adoption of the conference committee report on S 601 and HR 3080, The Water Resources Development Act of 2013
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS)
Efforts in support of S 744, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act; and work to improve and move forward House measures, specifically, HR 1773, the AG Act.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS)
Request for assistnace and expressing concern about watershed dam permitting issues and livestock waste water runnoff.
Multiple efforts including comments and meetings to express opposition to the proposed listing of the Lesser Prairie Chicken and to work with other stakeholders to develop mitigation plans and alternatives to listing the species.
Petition for review of FMCSA intrepretation of section 383 regarding agricultural CDL exemptions for the hauling of hazardous materials.
Filing targets: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS)
Support for expansion of trade opportunites, specifically the TPP. Also support for reauthorization of TPA and the development of agreements that facilitate the use of biotechnology.
Support for HR 311, Farmers Undertake Environmental Land Stewardship Act, to clarify SPCC requirements as they relate to agricultural operations. Support for HR 935, Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2013 to clarify that FIFRA controls spray application not the CWA.
Support for S336, Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013
Support for HR 903, American Job Protection Act. Support for HR 763, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Support for the concepts and positions of the Agriculture Workforce Coalition in the broader debate about comprehensive immigration reform.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Risk Management Agency, SENATE, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS)
Several efforts focused on passage of a 2012 Farm Bill, development of a limited irrigation pilot project and feasibility study, USDA nutritional guidelines for school lunches, and needed technology improvements within the Farm Service Agency.
Support for House passage of Permanent Normal Trade Relations status for Russia
Support for efforts to extend or make permanent expiring tax provisions including, the estate tax, capital gains tax, AMT, and depreciation rules.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Risk Management Agency, SENATE
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Discussions realted to development and passage of the 2012 Farm Bill; S. 3240, the Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2012 and HR 6083, the Federal Agricultural and Risk Management Act. Support for inclusion of HR 872, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011. Opposition to S 3239 and HR 3798, the Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012.
Efforts related to the agricultural appropriations bill, specific discussions focused on amendments related to the harvesting of horses, farm program payment limits and egg processing.
Discussions with Kansas delegation members and support of efforts to positively address media reports about lean finely textured beef.
Discussions with members of the Kansas Congressional delegation concerning expiring tax provisions, specifically related to the estate tax and capital gains tax. Support for HR 5990, the Farm Tax Parity Act.
Support for Permanent Normal Trade Relations status with Russia.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Conversation concerning proposed guidiance by the Environmental Protection Agency on the definition of Waters of the United States. Support for the Preserving Rural Resources Act, HR 4278
Discussions with members of the Kansas Congressional Delegation regarding the development of the farm safety net in the 2012 Farm Bill. Specific issues included components of the commodity, crop insurance, and conservation titles. Opposition to The Food Safety and Downed Animal Protection Act, H.R. 3704; The Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act, H.R. 965; and The Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012, H.R. 3798.
Discussions on proposals to reform or eliminate the federal estate tax, the capital gains tax and other extensions which benefit farmers and ranchers.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Visits with member of the Kansas Congressional delegation on the need for an Ag worker program.
Letter of recommendation for Dennis McKinney to chair the Arkansas River Compact Commission
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, White House Office
Comments provided and concerns shared regarding the potential listing of the Lesser Prairie Chicken under the ESA.
Ongoing discussions with committee and personal office staff of KS Members and Agriculture Committee Members surrounding development of recommendations to the Deficit Reduction Committee and the potential impacts of those proposals on Kansas farmers and ranchers. Preparation and delivery of testimony for the Wichita, Kansas Farm Bill Field Hearing and surrounding activities.
Response to inquires from Member offices regarding potential closure of rural post offices
Continued monitoring and education about the potential impacts on precision agriculture using GPS technology if the application by LightSquared were to be approved by the FCC.
Support for passage and implementation of free trade agreements with Colombia, Panama and South Korea
Filing targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
Efforts to educate and equip policy makers with information about the unique nature of agricultral transportation and efforts to respond to a request for comments from FMCSA regarding agricultural transportation issues.
Concerns over the impacts on agriculture associated with HR 2112, the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012.
Continued efforts to express concern over the imposition of numeric nutrient standards on state water quality programs and other efforts to erode the original intent of the Clean Water Act.
Filing targets: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Ongoing support for passage of pending trade agreements with Colombia, Panama and Korea.
Ongoing support for funding to construct and locate the National Bio and Agro Defense Facility in Manhattan, Kansas
HR 525, To amend the Public Health Service Act to enhance and increase the number of veterinarians trained in veterinary public health.
Participation in stakeholders meeting with Region 7 EPA on proposed changes to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards and potential negative impacts to agriculture. And, efforts to engourage Kansas Members of Congress to sign letters to EPA opposing a change in the standard.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Ongoing support for development of the NBAF on the campus of Kansas State University in Manhattan, KS
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Discussions regarding wheat basis and potential solutions being considered by KCBOT and CFTC. Discussions with RMA concerning coverage for spring planted crops in western Kansas and parts of Colorado and Nebraska. Efforts to support an interim designation for and use of Roundup Ready Alfalfa. Ongoing discussions about the Kansas based National Agicultural Center and Hall of Fame.
S 3578 and HR 5141, the Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act. Supported efforts to repeal 1099 reporting requirements for small businesses. Efforts to secure estate tax action/reform, specifically amendments offered by Senators Lincoln and Kyl.
Support for continued funding of the Missouri River Authorized Purposes Study.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Risk Management Agency, SENATE
HR 4173 Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010
Sen Durbin efforts on food safety
HR 4645Travel Restriction Reform and Export Enhancement Act
HR 4070 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the incentives for the production of biodiesel. HR 4940 Renewable Fuels Reinvestment Act S 1589 Biodiesel Tax Incentive Reform and Extension Act of 2009 S 3231 GREEN Jobs Act of 2010
Prescribed buring of native pasture land Pesticide General Permit development
Filing targets: Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Risk Management Agency, SENATE
Opposition to the use of EQIP program funds to expand programs through the reauthorization of Child Nutrition Act. Addtional opposition to repeated attempts to place additional income limits on farm program and conservation payments.
Discussions about the need for the equine industry to maintian access to humane methods for disposal of aging or sick horses. Lack of current opportunities in the United State has placed significant pressure on the industry and has led to many abandoned animals.
Discussions with Congressional offices regarding the need for the US to actively pursue relationships to expand our export opportunties. We support immediate action on the Colombia, Panama and South Korean agreements which have been pending for more than a year. We also support new efforts to negotiate regional and bi-lateral trade agreements with other nations.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Discussions with KS Senators to express concern about the costs and availability of health care for rural Kansans.
Efforts to encourage Members of Congress to sign an Amicus Brief supporting review by the US Supreme Court of a Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals decision overturning exemptions for pesticide applications in, over, or near waters of the United States.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filed comments on development of the rules for the Conservation Stewardship Program highlighting specific concerns of KS Farm Bureau members including paperwork and filing requirements associated with initial applications for the programs.
Discussion of KFB efforts to map broadband availability in Kansas and to stimulate demand and develop opportunities for rural communities and residents through greater broadband availability and adoption.
Efforts to educate regarding the impacts of proposed regulation of green house gas emissions on Kansas farmers and ranchers. Continued opposition to the House passed bill and requests for assistance in addressing concerns with the Senate proposals. Continued opposition to efforts to reform the Clean Water Act by deletion of "navigable" thus expanding jurisdiction of the Act to all waters of the United States.
Discussion about impacts of health care proposals on small businesses and farmers and ranchers, including temporary employee requirements, tax credits and mandates for coverage.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Discussed farm vehicle driver needs and concerns with members of the transportations committees and worked to develop a legislative approach to protect current exemptions for agriculture transporation.
Supported efforts to fund rural development, the national animal identification system, and USDA technology improvements. Also supported efforts to prohibit EPA from taxing animal emissions and from developing registration tracking for agricultural emissions.
Discussions with Kansas Congressional Delegation regarding concerns about on-farm inspection and potential registration and restrictions on producers being discussed as food safety legislation is developed.
General efforts in support of animal agricluture. Opposition to efforts of the Humane Society of the United States to restrict practices such as the use of gestation crates and battery cages. Educated staffers about humane methods of horse slaughter.
Educational effort with new Member of Congress on farm programs, conservation, USDA technology issues, USDA Rural Development and Farm Bureaus opposition to cuts to direct payments and crop insurance. Also discussed actively engaged definitions under consideration by USDA. Met with Under Secretary for Rural Development to brief him on KFB efforts to revitalize rural KS communities
Voiced opposition to HR 2454 as it was debated in the House and in preparation for debate in the Senate. Shared information about the likely impacts of the measure on farmers and ranchers. Additionally offered support to amendments by Senator Bond that would restrict senate debate and prohibit Senate action on climate legislation without a cloture vote. Also worked in opposition to S 787, the Clean Water Restoration Act, and in anticipation of similar house efforts.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
S 787 The Clean Water Restoration Act. GHG emissions policy discussion and potential impact on agriculture in the form of increased costs for fuel, fertilizer and energy, the Cow Tax (S 527 and pending House Bills), efforts by agriculture to mitigate through no-till and other practices which sequester carbon in the soil.
Support for HR 1737 and efforts to expand trade and travel to Cuba.
Support for locating the National Bio and Agro Defense Facility on the campus of Kansas State Univeristy in Manhattan, KS
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Colombia, Korea and Panama FTAs Export barriers
Discussions with agency personnel and Members of Congress regarding the need for continued expansin of broadband and wireless internet capacity.
S 3036; Climate change legislation and amendments Efforts to address energy crisis.... Oposition to HR 2421 and S 1870, amending the Clean Water Act
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
HR 3098, interstate commerce definitions and agriculture exemptions
Capital gains taxes on the sale of land to young and beginning farmers and ranchers, S 2637/HR 5134
2008 Farm Bill--Commodity title, Tax benefits to farmers and ranchers
Clean Water Act amendments--HR 2421, S 1870, Superfund exemptions for animal waste (S 807, HR 1398)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
HR 1092, HR 5724, Implementation of the Colombia Free Trade Agreement
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Capital Gains Taxes on the sale of land to young and beginning farmers and ranchers (S 2637, HR 5134)
Peru and Colombia Free Trade Agreements, NAFTA
Clean Water Act amemdments (S 1870, HR 2421), Superfund exemptions for animal waste (S 807, HR 1398)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Peru Trade Agreement Panama Trade Agreement Columbia Trade Agreement
NBAF in Kansas
FMSCA intrepretations of "intrastate commerce" Request for assistance with state agency intrepretations
Energy Bill
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE
Africa: Humanitarian/Food
Agriculture Appropriations CREP CRP Farm Credit New Homestead Act of 2007: S 1093 Water Resources Development Act 2007 Farm Bill Rural development FSA Consolidation Biomass on CRP
COOL Interstate shipment of state inspected meat
Rural health care
* Crop Insurance Crop Insurance 7
25 X 25 initiative
CERCLA
Biotechnology issues
Clean Water Act
CRP taxes CRP self employment taxes SB 6 Energy Tax package S 777: Witholding Tax relief
Disaster Aid Disaster Declarations Kansas Distaster Declarations
CREP CRP Lower Republican River Basin Feasability Study
Animal Welfare Animal Issues
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE