JIM THRIFT

Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2009 - (HR 2868): Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption and stronger information protection. Oppose ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Support Alternative SVAs. Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) rules. Support permanent authorization of CFATS rules. Support HR 2477, simple extension of current CFATS rules through Oct. 1, 2012.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participated in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate - legislation; support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules & stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits; support Alternative SVA; support CFATS permanent rule. Oppose HR 2868 - Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2009 Support HR 2477 - Chemical Facility Security Authorization Act of 2009

Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2009 - (HR 2868): Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption and stronger information protection. Oppose ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Support Alternative SVAs. Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) rules. Support permanent authorization of CFATS rules. Support HR 2477, simple extension of current CFATS rules through Oct. 1, 2012.

Support legislation for more transparency of over-the-counter (OTC) trades and additional oversight given to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - HR 977. Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemicals. Support efforts to encourage the U.S. Department of Interior to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources as well as on federal lands. And support permanently removing the moratorium on drilling for oil and gas in the outer continental shelf. Coalition member of the Commodity Markets Oversight Coalition. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets. Supports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels.

Support legislation for more transparency of over-the-counter (OTC) trades and additional oversight given to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - HR 977. Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemicals. Support efforts to encourage the U.S. Department of Interior to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources as well as on federal lands. And support permanently removing the moratorium on drilling for oil and gas in the outer continental shelf. Coalition member of the Commodity Markets Oversight Coalition. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets. Supports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels.

Support legislation for more transparency of over-the-counter (OTC) trades and additional oversight given to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - HR 977. Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemicals. Support efforts to encourage the U.S. Department of Interior to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources as well as on federal lands. And support permanently removing the moratorium on drilling for oil and gas in the outer continental shelf. Coalition member of the Commodity Markets Oversight Coalition. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets. Supports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels.

Support EPA's revisions to the SPCC rules; assisting EPA with the new proposal on a web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products. Support modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Working with Oceans 21 Coalition to promote a rewriting of HR 21 and oppose the bill as currently written. Assist EPA with information on the pesticide container and containment rule. Educate members of Congress and their staff on the effects climate change legislation will have on farm inputs and rise in natural gas prices due to climate change proposals. Oppose HR 2454 - The American Clean Energy and Security Act Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Oppose S. 787 - expands the definition of "navigable" water. Support efforts to reform the Endangered Species Act. Member of the EPA's Pesticide Policy Dialogue Committee, the committee reviews a wide range of EPA programs including pesticide registrations, registration procedures, spray drift mitigation, water pollution, labeling concepts, and other areas. The PPDC and its mission and its members are reported in the fed reg. Working with EPA to define the definition of oil under the SPCC. Working for a rehearing of Cotton Council vs. EPA * amicus brief. Requesting help from EPA's OPP and Office of Water Programs in developing a general NPDES permit for pesticide application. Support EPA's reregistration of 2,4D.

Support EPA's revisions to the SPCC rules; assisting EPA with the new proposal on a web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products. Support modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Working with Oceans 21 Coalition to promote a rewriting of HR 21 and oppose the bill as currently written. Assist EPA with information on the pesticide container and containment rule. Educate members of Congress and their staff on the effects climate change legislation will have on farm inputs and rise in natural gas prices due to climate change proposals. Oppose HR 2454 - The American Clean Energy and Security Act Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Oppose S. 787 - expands the definition of "navigable" water. Support efforts to reform the Endangered Species Act. Member of the EPA's Pesticide Policy Dialogue Committee, the committee reviews a wide range of EPA programs including pesticide registrations, registration procedures, spray drift mitigation, water pollution, labeling concepts, and other areas. The PPDC and its mission and its members are reported in the fed reg. Working with EPA to define the definition of oil under the SPCC. Working for a rehearing of Cotton Council vs. EPA * amicus brief. Requesting help from EPA's OPP and Office of Water Programs Support EPA's reregistration of 2,4D.

Support EPA's revisions to the SPCC rules; assisting EPA with the new proposal on a web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products. Support modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Working with Oceans 21 Coalition to promote a rewriting of HR 21 and oppose the bill as currently written. Assist EPA with information on the pesticide container and containment rule. Educate members of Congress and their staff on the effects climate change legislation will have on farm inputs and rise in natural gas prices due to climate change proposals. Oppose HR 2454 - The American Clean Energy and Security Act Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Oppose S. 787 - expands the definition of "navigable" water. Support efforts to reform the Endangered Species Act. Member of the EPA's Pesticide Policy Dialogue Committee, the committee reviews a wide range of EPA programs including pesticide registrations, registration procedures, spray drift mitigation, water pollution, labeling concepts, and other areas. The PPDC and its mission and its members are reported in the fed reg. Working with EPA to define the definition of oil under the SPCC. Working for a rehearing of Cotton Council vs. EPA * amicus brief. Requesting help from EPA's OPP and Office of Water Programs in developing a general NPDES permit for pesticide application. Support EPA's reregistration of 2,4D.

Support EPA's revisions to the SPCC rules; assisting EPA with the new proposal on a web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products. Support modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Working with Oceans 21 Coalition to promote a rewriting of HR 21 and oppose the bill as currently written. Assist EPA with information on the pesticide container and containment rule. Educate members of Congress and their staff on the effects climate change legislation will have on farm inputs and rise in natural gas prices due to climate change proposals. Oppose HR 2454 - The American Clean Energy and Security Act Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Oppose S. 787 - expands the definition of "navigable" water. Support efforts to reform the Endangered Species Act. Member of the EPA's Pesticide Policy Dialogue Committee, the committee reviews a wide range of EPA programs including pesticide registrations, registration procedures, spray drift mitigation, water pollution, labeling concepts, and other areas. The PPDC and its mission and its members are reported in the fed reg. Working with EPA to define the definition of oil under the SPCC. Working for a rehearing of Cotton Council vs. EPA * amicus brief. Requesting help from EPA's OPP and Office of Water Programs Support EPA's reregistration of 2,4D.

Worked with PHMSA on transportation safety, driver documentation and security issues. Supports HR 1079, the Professional Drivers Background Efficiency Act of 2007. Coalition member of the Ag Transportation Working Group - supports reform of railroad practices related to rates, competition, new rail tank car design and deliveries of shipments. Supports increasing Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption air mile radius from 100 to 150. Worked with House Small Business Committee and Surface Transportation Board (STB) on reforming the STB and providing more oversight of the railroads.

Worked with PHMSA on transportation safety, driver documentation and security issues. Supports HR 1079, the Professional Drivers Background Efficiency Act of 2007. Coalition member of the Ag Transportation Working Group - supports reform of railroad practices related to rates, competition, new rail tank car design and deliveries of shipments. Supports increasing Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption air mile radius from 100 to 150.

Worked with PHMSA on transportation safety, driver documentation and security issues. Supports HR 1079, the Professional Drivers Background Efficiency Act of 2007. Coalition member of the Ag Transportation Working Group - supports reform of railroad practices related to rates, competition, new rail tank car design and deliveries of shipments. Supports increasing Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption air mile radius from 100 to 150. Worked with House Small Business Committee and Surface Transportation Board (STB) on reforming the STB and providing more oversight of the railroads.

Worked with PHMSA on transportation safety, driver documentation and security issues. Supports HR 1079, the Professional Drivers Background Efficiency Act of 2007. Coalition member of the Ag Transportation Working Group - supports reform of railroad practices related to rates, competition, new rail tank car design and deliveries of shipments. Supports sustaining the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption air mile radius of 100. Worked with House Small Business Committee and Surface Transportation Board (STB) on reforming the STB and providing more oversight of the railroads. Opposed efforts to remove railroads common carrier obligation. Provided information to USDA on the rural transportation study mandated by the 2008 Farm bill. Worked with DOT's PHMSA to support mandatory anhydrous ammonia nurse tank testing.

Worked with PHMSA on transportation safety, driver documentation and security issues. Supports HR 1079, the Professional Drivers Background Efficiency Act of 2007. Coalition member of the Ag Transportation Working Group - supports reform of railroad practices related to rates, competition, new rail tank car design and deliveries of shipments. Supports sustaining the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption air mile radius of 100. Worked with House Small Business Committee and Surface Transportation Board (STB) on reforming the STB and providing more oversight of the railroads. Opposed efforts to remove railroads common carrier obligation.

Supported passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S 551 / HR 1814). Supported passage of Agricultural Chemicals Security Credit provision (Section 12405) included in the Food, Conservation and Energy Act (HR 6124). Supports effort to reform and / or repeal federal estate tax. Supports additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations. Support extension of President Bush's 2001 and 2003 tax cuts.

Supports passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S 551 / HR 1814). Supports Agricultural Chemicals Security Credit provision (Section 12405) of Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Support effort to reform and / or repeal federal estate tax. Supports additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations.

Supported passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S 551 / HR 1814). Supported passage of Agricultural Chemicals Security Credit provision (Section 12405) included in the Food, Conservation and Energy Act (HR 6124). Supports effort to reform and / or repeal federal estate tax. Supports additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations. Support extension of President Bush's 2001 and 2003 tax cuts.

Supported passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S 551 / HR 1814). Supported passage of Agricultural Chemicals Security Credit provision (Section 12405) included in the Food, Conservation and Energy Act (HR 6124). Supports effort to reform and / or repeal federal estate tax. Supports additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations.

Supported passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S 551 / HR 1814). Supported passage of Agricultural Chemicals Security Credit provision (Section 12405) included in the Food, Conservation and Energy Act (HR 6124). Supports effort to reform and / or repeal federal estate tax. Supports additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations.

Supported EPA's revisions to the SPCC rules, supported EPA's mandate to have federal recycling rules for recycling empty one-way plastic containers; assisted EPA with the new proposal on a web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products. Supports modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Worked with Oceans 21 Coalition to promote a rewriting of HR 21 and oppose the bill as currently written. Worked with ag coalition on climate change legislation (S. 3036). The coalition worked to educate members of Congress and their staff on agricultural offsets, suggest proposed amendments such as the Stabenow amendment and worked to add language that considered natural gas prices rise due to any proposed climate change legislation. Raised concern over natural gas price increases and fertilizer price increases under a cap and trade program. Opposed green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Oppose efforts to expand the definition of "navigable" water. Support efforts to reform the Endangered Species Act. Member of the EPA's Pesticide Policy Dialogue Committee, the committee reviews a wide range of EPA programs including pesticide registrations, registration procedures, spray drift mitigation, water pollution, labeling concepts, and other areas. The PPDC and its mission and its members are reported in the fed reg. Worked to oppose parts of the RED for chloropicrin.

Supported EPA's revisions to the SPCC rules, supported EPA's mandate to have federal recycling rules for recycling empty one-way plastic containers; assisted EPA with the new proposal on a web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products. Supports modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Worked with Oceans 21 Coalition to promote a rewriting of HR 21 and oppose the bill as currently written. Worked with ag coalition on climate change legislation (S. 3036). The coalition worked to educate members of Congress and their staff on agricultural offsets, suggest proposed amendments such as the Stabenow amendment and worked to add language that considered natural gas prices rise due to any proposed climate change legislation. Raised concern over natural gas price increases and fertilizer price increases under a cap and trade program. Opposed green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Oppose efforts to expand the definition of "navigable" water. Support efforts to reform the Endangered Species Act. Member of the EPA's Pesticide Policy Dialogue Committee, the committee reviews a wide range of EPA programs including pesticide registrations, registration procedures, spray drift mitigation, water pollution, labeling concepts, and other areas. The PPDC and its mission and its members are reported in the fed reg. Worked to oppose parts of the RED for chloropicrin. Working with EPA to define the definition of oil under the SPCC.

Supported EPA's revisions to the SPCC rules, supported EPA's mandate to have federal recycling rules for recycling empty one-way plastic containers; assisted EPA with the new proposal on a web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products. Supports modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Worked with Oceans 21 Coalition to promote a rewriting of HR 21 and oppose the bill as currently written. Worked with ag coalition on climate change legislation (S. 3036). The coalition worked to educate members of Congress and their staff on agricultural offsets, suggest proposed amendments such as the Stabenow amendment and worked to add language that considered natural gas prices rise due to any proposed climate change legislation. Oppose efforts to expand the definition of "navigable" water. Support efforts to reform the Endangered Species Act.

Supported EPA's revisions to the SPCC rules, supported EPA's mandate to have federal recycling rules for recycling empty one-way plastic containers; assisted EPA with the new proposal on a web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products. Supports modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Worked with Oceans 21 Coalition to promote a rewriting of HR 21 and oppose the bill as currently written. Worked with ag coalition on climate change legislation (S. 3036). The coalition worked to educate members of Congress and their staff on agricultural offsets, suggest proposed amendments such as the Stabenow amendment and worked to add language that considered natural gas prices rise due to any proposed climate change legislation. Oppose efforts to expand the definition of "navigable" water. Support efforts to reform the Endangered Species Act.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the 2008 Farm bill. Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets. Supports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russia and Ukraine. Suppoprts HR 443 and HR 445. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada. Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russia and Ukraine. Suppoprts HR 443 and HR 445. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada. Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russia and Ukraine. Suppoprts HR 443 and HR 445. Supported EuroChem's new shipper review case before the Department of Commerce. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada. Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russia and Ukraine. Suppoprts HR 443 and HR 445. Supports EuroChem's new shipper review case before the Department of Commerce. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada. Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russia and Ukraine. Suppoprts HR 443 and HR 445. Supported EuroChem's new shipper review case before the Department of Commerce. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada. Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russia and Ukraine. Suppoprts HR 443 and HR 445. Supported EuroChem's new shipper review case before the Department of Commerce. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada. Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russia and Ukraine. Suppoprts HR 443 and HR 445. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada. Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russia and Ukraine. Suppoprts HR 443 and HR 445. Supported EuroChem's new shipper review case before the Department of Commerce. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada. Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russia and Ukraine. Suppoprts HR 443 and HR 445. Supports EuroChem's new shipper review case before the Department of Commerce. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada. Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russia and Ukraine. Suppoprts HR 443 and HR 445. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada. Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008 (HR 5577). Opposed Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption and stronger information protection. Oppose ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) rules.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participated in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008 (HR 5577) - opposed Inherently Safer Technology (IST mandate); support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules and stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Raised questions / concerns with DHS "No Match" rules regarding immigration enforcement and potential impact on agricultural business operations.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participated in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008 (HR 5577) - opposed Inherently Safer Technology (IST mandate); support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules and stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Raised questions / concerns with DHS "No Match" rules regarding immigration enforcement and potential impact on agricultural business operations.

Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008 (HR 5577). Opposed Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption and stronger information protection. Oppose ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) rules.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participated in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008 (HR 5577) - opposed Inherently Safer Technology (IST mandate); support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules and stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Raised questions / concerns with DHS "No Match" rules regarding immigration enforcement and potential impact on agricultural business operations.

Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008 (HR 5577). Opposed Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption and stronger information protection. Oppose ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) rules.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participated in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008 (HR 5577) - opposed Inherently Safer Technology (IST mandate); support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules and stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Raised questions / concerns with DHS "No Match" rules regarding immigration enforcement and potential impact on agricultural business operations.

Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008 (HR 5577). Opposed Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption and stronger information protection. Oppose ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) rules.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participated in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008 (HR 5577) - opposed Inherently Safer Technology (IST mandate); support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules and stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Raised questions / concerns with DHS "No Match" rules regarding immigration enforcement and potential impact on agricultural business operations. Monitoring court ruling on DHS "No Match" rule.

Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008 (HR 5577). Opposed Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption and stronger information protection. Oppose ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) rules.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the 2008 Farm bill. Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets. Supports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supported passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S 551 / HR 1814). Supported passage of Agricultural Chemicals Security Credit provision (Section 12405) included in the Food, Conservation and Energy Act (HR 6124). Supports effort to reform and / or repeal federal estate tax. Supports additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations. Support extension of President Bush's 2001 and 2003 tax cuts.

Supported passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S 551 / HR 1814). Supported passage of Agricultural Chemicals Security Credit provision (Section 12405) included in the Food, Conservation and Energy Act (HR 6124). Supports effort to reform and / or repeal federal estate tax. Supports additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations. Support extension of President Bush's 2001 and 2003 tax cuts.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the 2008 Farm bill. Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets. Supports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supported passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S 551 / HR 1814). Supported passage of Agricultural Chemicals Security Credit provision (Section 12405) included in the Food, Conservation and Energy Act (HR 6124). Supports effort to reform and / or repeal federal estate tax. Supports additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations. Support extension of President Bush's 2001 and 2003 tax cuts.

Supported passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S 551 / HR 1814). Supported passage of Agricultural Chemicals Security Credit provision (Section 12405) included in the Food, Conservation and Energy Act (HR 6124). Supports effort to reform and / or repeal federal estate tax. Supports additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations.

Supported passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S 551 / HR 1814). Supported passage of Agricultural Chemicals Security Credit provision (Section 12405) included in the Food, Conservation and Energy Act (HR 6124). Supports effort to reform and / or repeal federal estate tax. Supports additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations. Support extension of President Bush's 2001 and 2003 tax cuts.

Supported passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S 551 / HR 1814). Supported passage of Agricultural Chemicals Security Credit provision (Section 12405) included in the Food, Conservation and Energy Act (HR 6124). Supports effort to reform and / or repeal federal estate tax. Supports additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations.

Supports passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S 551 / HR 1814). Supports Agricultural Chemicals Security Credit provision (Section 12405) of Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Support effort to reform and / or repeal federal estate tax. Supports additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the 2008 Farm bill. Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets. Supports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supported EPA's revisions to the SPCC rules, supported EPA's mandate to have federal recycling rules for recycling empty one-way plastic containers; assisted EPA with the new proposal on a web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products. Supports modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Worked with Oceans 21 Coalition to promote a rewriting of HR 21 and oppose the bill as currently written. Worked with ag coalition on climate change legislation (S. 3036). The coalition worked to educate members of Congress and their staff on agricultural offsets, suggest proposed amendments such as the Stabenow amendment and worked to add language that considered natural gas prices rise due to any proposed climate change legislation. Oppose efforts to expand the definition of "navigable" water. Support efforts to reform the Endangered Species Act.

Supported EPA's revisions to the SPCC rules, supported EPA's mandate to have federal recycling rules for recycling empty one-way plastic containers; assisted EPA with the new proposal on a web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products. Supports modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Worked with Oceans 21 Coalition to promote a rewriting of HR 21 and oppose the bill as currently written. Worked with ag coalition on climate change legislation (S. 3036). The coalition worked to educate members of Congress and their staff on agricultural offsets, suggest proposed amendments such as the Stabenow amendment and worked to add language that considered natural gas prices rise due to any proposed climate change legislation. Raised concern over natural gas price increases and fertilizer price increases under a cap and trade program. Opposed green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Oppose efforts to expand the definition of "navigable" water. Support efforts to reform the Endangered Species Act. Member of the EPA's Pesticide Policy Dialogue Committee, the committee reviews a wide range of EPA programs including pesticide registrations, registration procedures, spray drift mitigation, water pollution, labeling concepts, and other areas. The PPDC and its mission and its members are reported in the fed reg. Worked to oppose parts of the RED for chloropicrin. Working with EPA to define the definition of oil under the SPCC.

Supported EPA's revisions to the SPCC rules, supported EPA's mandate to have federal recycling rules for recycling empty one-way plastic containers; assisted EPA with the new proposal on a web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products. Supports modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Worked with Oceans 21 Coalition to promote a rewriting of HR 21 and oppose the bill as currently written. Worked with ag coalition on climate change legislation (S. 3036). The coalition worked to educate members of Congress and their staff on agricultural offsets, suggest proposed amendments such as the Stabenow amendment and worked to add language that considered natural gas prices rise due to any proposed climate change legislation. Raised concern over natural gas price increases and fertilizer price increases under a cap and trade program. Opposed green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Oppose efforts to expand the definition of "navigable" water. Support efforts to reform the Endangered Species Act. Member of the EPA's Pesticide Policy Dialogue Committee, the committee reviews a wide range of EPA programs including pesticide registrations, registration procedures, spray drift mitigation, water pollution, labeling concepts, and other areas. The PPDC and its mission and its members are reported in the fed reg. Worked to oppose parts of the RED for chloropicrin.

Supported EPA's revisions to the SPCC rules, supported EPA's mandate to have federal recycling rules for recycling empty one-way plastic containers; assisted EPA with the new proposal on a web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products. Supports modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Worked with Oceans 21 Coalition to promote a rewriting of HR 21 and oppose the bill as currently written. Worked with ag coalition on climate change legislation (S. 3036). The coalition worked to educate members of Congress and their staff on agricultural offsets, suggest proposed amendments such as the Stabenow amendment and worked to add language that considered natural gas prices rise due to any proposed climate change legislation. Oppose efforts to expand the definition of "navigable" water. Support efforts to reform the Endangered Species Act.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Support reforms of the Technical Service Provider (TSP) program included in House & Senate passed farm bills (HR 2419/6124) - direct contracting between USDA-NRCS and TSP; prevailing market rates for TSP. Also, support cost-share payment for Ag retailers that purchase precision ag equipment. Oppose EQIP funding to build end user bulk chemical storage. Participated in coalition to reform Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). Supported grant program in House & Senate farm bills (HR 2419/6124) to help Ag retailers partially cover costs of tank locks and additives for anhydrous ammonia to prevent use by drug dealers in the production of meth. Working to ensure funding through the appropriations process. Supports sustaining the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption at 100 air miles. ARA supports the USDA NASS reporting of data for agricultural chemical use.

Support reforms of the Technical Service Provider (TSP) program included in House & Senate passed farm bills (HR 2419/6124) - direct contracting between USDA-NRCS and TSP; prevailing market rates for TSP. Also, support cost-share payment for Ag retailers that purchase precision ag equipment. Oppose EQIP funding to build end user bulk chemical storage. Participated in coalition to reform Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). Supported grant program in House & Senate farm bills (HR 2419/6124) to help Ag retailers partially cover costs of additives for anhydrous ammonia to prevent use by drug dealers in the production of meth. Supports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels. Supports increasing the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption from 100 to 150 air miles. ARA supports the USDA NASS reporting of data for agricultural chemical use.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort.

Support reforms of the Technical Service Provider (TSP) program included in the House and Senate passed farm bills (HR 2419) - direct contracting between USDA-NRCS and TSP; prevailing market rates for TSP. Also, support cost-share payment for Ag retailers that purchase precision ag equipment. Oppose EQIP funding to build end user bulk chemical storage. Participated in coalition to reform Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). Support inclusion of grant program in House and Senate farm bills (HR 2419) to help Ag retailers partially cover costs of additives for anhydrous ammonia to prevent use by drug dealers in the production of meth. Supports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels. Supports increasing the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption from 100 to 150 air miles. ARA supports the USDA NASS reporting of data for agricultural chemical use.

Support reforms of the Technical Service Provider (TSP) program included in House & Senate passed farm bills (HR 2419/6124) - direct contracting between USDA-NRCS and TSP; prevailing market rates for TSP. Also, support cost-share payment for Ag retailers that purchase precision ag equipment. Oppose EQIP funding to build end user bulk chemical storage. Participated in coalition to reform Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). Supported grant program in House & Senate farm bills (HR 2419/6124) to help Ag retailers partially cover costs of tank locks and additives for anhydrous ammonia to prevent use by drug dealers in the production of meth. Supports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels. Supports sustaining the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption at 100 air miles. ARA supports the USDA NASS reporting of data for agricultural chemical use.

Support reforms of the Technical Service Provider (TSP) program included in House & Senate passed farm bills (HR 2419/6124) - direct contracting between USDA-NRCS and TSP; prevailing market rates for TSP. Also, support cost-share payment for Ag retailers that purchase precision ag equipment. Oppose EQIP funding to build end user bulk chemical storage. Participated in coalition to reform Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). Supported grant program in House & Senate farm bills (HR 2419/6124) to help Ag retailers partially cover costs of additives for anhydrous ammonia to prevent use by drug dealers in the production of meth. Supports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels. Supports increasing the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption from 100 to 150 air miles. ARA supports the USDA NASS reporting of data for agricultural chemical use.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supports legislation for more oversight of over-the-counter energy trade by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S 577, S 2058, HR 594, HR 3009. Support the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Reauthorization provisions included in the Senate-passed farm bill (HR 2419). Coalition members of Ag Energy Alliance, which supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and oppose efforts to limit production as it hurts domestic manufacture of fertilizer and ag chemical Support U.S. Department of Interior's efforts to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources. Coalition member of the Energy Markets Oversight Coalition and supports "Close the Enron Loophole" effort. Coalition member of Stop Oil Speculation Now. Support exploration of oil and natural gas in ANWR as well as increased production of oil shale. Supports efforts in Congress for increased investigation and oversight of excessive energy speculation in the futures markets.

Supports reform to federal CDL hazmat endorsement background check rules. Supports H.R. 1079, the Professional Drivers Background Efficiency Act of 2007. Coalition member to reform railroad practices related to rates, competition, new tank car design and deliveries. Support increasing Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption air mile radius from 100 to 150. Coalition member supporting passage of Water Resources Development Act (WRDA). Coalition member to reform HAZMAT laws.

Supports reform to federal CDL hazmat endorsement background check rules. Supports H.R. 1079, the Professional Drivers Background Efficiency Act of 2007. Coalition member to reform railroad practices related to rates, competition, new tank car design and deliveries. Support increasing Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption air mile radius from 100 to 150. Coalition member supporting passage of Water Resources Development Act (WRDA). Coalition member to reform HAZMAT laws.

Supports passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S. 551 / H.R. 1814). Support efforts to repeal and / or the federal estate tax. Support additional tax reform such as accelerating the depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural businesses.

Supports passage of the Agricultural Business Security Tax Credit Act of 2007 (S. 551 / H.R. 1814). Supports Agricultural Chemicsl Security Provision included in Senate-passed 2007 Farm Bill (HR 2419). Support efforts to repeal and / or the federal estate tax. Support additional tax reform such as accelerating the depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural businesses.

Coalition member of Ag Energy Alliance that supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and opposed efforts to limit said production as it hurts the domestic manufacture of fertilizers and ag chemicals. Supports legislation for more oversight of the natural gas and energy markets by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S. 577, H.R. 594, H.R. 3009. Supports U.S. Minerals Management Service proposal to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources.

Coalition member of Ag Energy Alliance that supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and opposed efforts to limit said production as it hurts the domestic manufacture of fertilizers and ag chemicals. Supports legislation for more oversight of the natural gas and energy markets by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S. 577, S. 2058, H.R. 594, H.R. 3009. Supports U.S. Minerals Management Service proposal to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russian and Ukraine. Supports H.R. 443 and H.R. 445. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada; Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russian and Ukraine. Supports H.R. 443 and H.R. 445. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada; Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russian and Ukraine. Supports H.R. 443 and H.R. 445. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada; Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Supports efforts to eliminate anti-dumping duty orders and other trade restrictions on solid urea and ammonium nitrate fertilizers from Russian and Ukraine. Supports H.R. 443 and H.R. 445. Opposes EPA own-use pilot program related to pesticide harmonization with Canada; Supports fair WTO agreement for agriculture.

Coalition member of Ag Energy Alliance that supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and opposed efforts to limit said production as it hurts the domestic manufacture of fertilizers and ag chemicals. Supports legislation for more oversight of the natural gas and energy markets by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S. 577, S. 2058, H.R. 594, H.R. 3009. Supports U.S. Minerals Management Service proposal to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources.

Coalition member of Ag Energy Alliance that supports increased domestic exploration and production of natural gas and oil and opposed efforts to limit said production as it hurts the domestic manufacture of fertilizers and ag chemicals. Supports legislation for more oversight of the natural gas and energy markets by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - S. 577, H.R. 594, H.R. 3009. Supports U.S. Minerals Management Service proposal to expand access to offshore domestic energy resources.