mr JONATHAN SAMSON

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. Coalition members of the Commodity Markets Oversight Coalition and Coalition for Derivatives End-Users. Suppports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels. Oppose HR 1380, NAT Gas Act

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participate in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules & stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits; support Alternative SVAs and ASPs; support CFATS permanent rule. Support extension of CFATS program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, S 473. Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest. Support a modified version of the MODERN Security Credentials Act (HR 1690), which streamlines credentialing for HAZMAT drivers. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Authorization Act of 2011, concerned with provisions included related to the MODERN Security Credentials Act as it relates to "security sensitive materials" and oppose GPS provisions included in the proposal.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participate in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules & stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits; support Alternative SVAs and ASPs; support CFATS permanent rule. Support extension of CFATS program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, S 473. Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest. Support a modified version of the MODERN Security Credentials Act (HR 1690), which streamlines credentialing for HAZMAT drivers.

Support effort to repeal federal estate tax or at a minimum set rate to 35% and increase the exemption cap to $5 million per person / spouse, ensuring exemption is indexed to inflation, provide for spousal transfers and include the stepped up basis. Support additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations. Support permanent extension of 2001 and 2003 tax cuts. Support extention of capital gains tax rate at 15%. Support extension of Agricultural Chemicals Security Tax Credit beyond Dec. 31, 2012. Support HR 1259, full repeal of the estate tax Support S. 700 and HR 1747, allows for equipment depreciation over a 5 year period.

Support effort to repeal federal estate tax or at a minimum set rate to 35% and increase the exemption cap to $5 million per person / spouse, ensuring exemption is indexed to inflation, provide for spousal transfers and include the stepped up basis. Support additional tax reform such as accelerating depreciation for agricultural equipment used by agricultural operations. Support permanent extension of 2001 and 2003 tax cuts. Support extention of capital gains tax rate at 15%. Support extension of Agricultural Chemicals Security Tax Credit beyond Dec. 31, 2012. Support HR 1259, full repeal of the estate tax Support S. 700 and HR 1747, allows for equipment depreciation over a 5 year period.

Oppose current EPA proposal on Web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products that duplicates private sector efforts. Support modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Assist EPA with information on the pesticide container and containment rule. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Support legislation (HR 872 /S 718) to exempt pesticide applications from CWA permitting requirements. Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with NRCS on ag conservation in the Chesapeake Bay Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency. Opposed efforts by EPA to regulate urea and ammonia as pesticides under FIFRA Work with EPA to clarify their new Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act interpretation of fertilizer retailer to exclude facilities that blend fertilizer. Support HR 2018, the Clean Water Cooperative Federalism Act of 2011, and Oppose efforts by the EPA to put numeric nutrient criteria on states without the states authorization. Oppose EPA's efforts to consider agricultural retailer who custom blend fertilizer as fertilizer manufacturers for the purposes of EPCRA.

Oppose current EPA proposal on Web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products that duplicates private sector efforts. Support modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. 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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Support legislation (HR 872 /S 718) to exempt pesticide applications from CWA permitting requirements. Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with NRCS on ag conservation in the Chesapeake Bay Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency. Opposed efforts by EPA to regulate urea and ammonia as pesticides under FIFRA Work with EPA to clarify their new Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act interpretation of fertilizer retailer to exclude facilities that blend fertilizer. Support HR 2018

Support Technical Service Provider (TSP) & Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) reform - direct contracting between USDA-NRCS and third-party TSPs; and prevailing local market rates for third-party TSPs. Support cost-share payment for Ag retailers that purchase precision ag technologies through the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). Oppose EQIP funding to build end user bulk chemical storage and load pads. Participate in coalition to reform Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). Support extending the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption at 150 air miles. Support approval / deregulation of RoundupReady Alfalfa. Support approval / deregulation of Roundup Ready Sugarbeets. Work with FMCSA and Congress on technical correction to the hours of service agricultural exemption as it relates to the definition of "distribution of the farm supplies." Encourage funding for CEAP program and USDA varification of conservation practices Support HR 2031, EATS Act

Support Technical Service Provider (TSP) & Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) reform - direct contracting between USDA-NRCS and third-party TSPs; and prevailing local market rates for third-party TSPs. Support cost-share payment for Ag retailers that purchase precision ag technologies through the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). Oppose EQIP funding to build end user bulk chemical storage and load pads. Participate in coalition to reform Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). Support extending the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption at 150 air miles. Support approval / deregulation of new biotech seed products such as roundup ready alfalfa and sugarbeets Work with FMCSA and Congress on technical correction to the hours of service agricultural exemption as it relates to the definition of "distribution of the farm supplies." Encourage funding for CEAP program and USDA varification of conservation practices Support HR 2031, EATS Act Support continued funding for the crop insurance program as as needed safety net for farmers Support the protection of GPS by ensuring broadband (Lightsquared) frequency will not interupt / eliminate GPS connection Member of the Coalition to Save Our GPS Support continued funding for conservation programs like CEAP reporting.

E-Verify - Support mandatory use of E-Verify for contractors of the government Support a fair and efficient method to verify the legality of employees. Support inclusion of new and workable agricultural guest-worker program administered by USDA as part of HR 2164 / S. 1196

Oppose the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or so-called card check proposal. Oppose denying workers their right to a secret ballot when deciding whether to be represented by a unions. Support HR 3094, Workforce Democracy and Fairness Act. Support HR 2587, the Protecting Jobs from Government Interference Act.

Oppose the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or so-called card check proposal. Oppose denying workers their right to a secret ballot when deciding whether to be represented by a unions. Support HR 3094, Workforce Democracy and Fairness Act. Support HR 2587, the Protecting Jobs from Government Interference Act.

Oppose current EPA proposal on Web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products that duplicates private sector efforts. Support modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. 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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Support legislation (HR 872 /S 718) to exempt pesticide applications from CWA permitting requirements. Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with NRCS on ag conservation in the Chesapeake Bay Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency. Opposed efforts by EPA to regulate urea and ammonia as pesticides under FIFRA Work with EPA to clarify their new Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act interpretation of fertilizer retailer to exclude facilities that blend fertilizer.

Oppose current EPA proposal on Web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products that duplicates private sector efforts. Support modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. Assist EPA with information on the pesticide container and containment rule. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Support legislation (HR 872 /S 718) to exempt pesticide applications from CWA permitting requirements. Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with NRCS on ag conservation in the Chesapeake Bay Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency. Opposed efforts by EPA to regulate urea and ammonia as pesticides under FIFRA Work with EPA to clarify their new Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act interpretation of fertilizer retailer to exclude facilities that blend fertilizer. Support HR 2018, the Clean Water Cooperative Federalism Act of 2011, and Oppose efforts by the EPA to put numeric nutrient criteria on states without the states authorization. Oppose EPA's efforts to consider agricultural retailer who custom blend fertilizer as fertilizer manufacturers for the purposes of EPCRA.

Oppose current EPA proposal on Web based labeling system for section 3 pesticide registered products that duplicates private sector efforts. Support modifications to EPA's Spill, Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) rules. 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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Support legislation (HR 872 /S 718) to exempt pesticide applications from CWA permitting requirements. Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with NRCS on ag conservation in the Chesapeake Bay Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency. Opposed efforts by EPA to regulate urea and ammonia as pesticides under FIFRA Work with EPA to clarify their new Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act interpretation of fertilizer retailer to exclude facilities that blend fertilizer. Support HR 2018

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participate in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules & stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits; support Alternative SVAs and ASPs; support CFATS permanent rule. Support extension of CFATS program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, S 473. Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest. Support a modified version of the MODERN Security Credentials Act (HR 1690), which streamlines credentialing for HAZMAT drivers. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Authorization Act of 2011, concerned with provisions included related to the MODERN Security Credentials Act as it relates to "security sensitive materials" and oppose GPS provisions included in the proposal.

Support an extension of the current DHS Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, and S. 473. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) requirement and ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Support federal preemption and stronger information protection and alternative ASPs. Member of the Chemical Sector Coordinating Council.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participate in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules & stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits; support Alternative SVAs and ASPs; support CFATS permanent rule. Support extension of CFATS program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, S 473. Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participate in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules & stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits; support Alternative SVAs and ASPs; support CFATS permanent rule. Support extension of CFATS program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, S 473. Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest. Support a modified version of the MODERN Security Credentials Act (HR 1690), which streamlines credentialing for HAZMAT drivers.

Support an extension of the current DHS Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, and S. 473. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) requirement and ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Support federal preemption and stronger information protection and alternative ASPs. Member of the Chemical Sector Coordinating Council.

Support an extension of the current DHS Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, and S. 473. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) requirement and ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Support federal preemption and stronger information protection and alternative ASPs. Member of the Chemical Sector Coordinating Council.

Support an extension of the current DHS Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, and S. 473. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) requirement and ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Support federal preemption and stronger information protection and alternative ASPs. Member of the Chemical Sector Coordinating Council.

Support an extension of the current DHS Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, and S. 473. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) requirement and ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Support federal preemption and stronger information protection and alternative ASPs. Member of the Chemical Sector Coordinating Council.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participate in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules & stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits; support Alternative SVAs and ASPs; support CFATS permanent rule. Support extension of CFATS program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, S 473. Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest. Support a modified version of the MODERN Security Credentials Act (HR 1690), which streamlines credentialing for HAZMAT drivers.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participate in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules & stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits; support Alternative SVAs and ASPs; support CFATS permanent rule. Support extension of CFATS program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, S 473. Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

Support an extension of the current DHS Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, and S. 473. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) requirement and ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Support federal preemption and stronger information protection and alternative ASPs. Member of the Chemical Sector Coordinating Council.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participate in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules & stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits; support Alternative SVAs and ASPs; support CFATS permanent rule. Support extension of CFATS program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, S 473. Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest. Support a modified version of the MODERN Security Credentials Act (HR 1690), which streamlines credentialing for HAZMAT drivers. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Authorization Act of 2011, concerned with provisions included related to the MODERN Security Credentials Act as it relates to "security sensitive materials" and oppose GPS provisions included in the proposal.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participate in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules & stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits; support Alternative SVAs and ASPs; support CFATS permanent rule. Support extension of CFATS program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, S 473. Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest. Support a modified version of the MODERN Security Credentials Act (HR 1690), which streamlines credentialing for HAZMAT drivers. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Authorization Act of 2011, concerned with provisions included related to the MODERN Security Credentials Act as it relates to "security sensitive materials" and oppose GPS provisions included in the proposal.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participate in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules & stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits; support Alternative SVAs and ASPs; support CFATS permanent rule. Support extension of CFATS program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, S 473. Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

Support an extension of the current DHS Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, and S. 473. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) requirement and ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Support federal preemption and stronger information protection and alternative ASPs. Member of the Chemical Sector Coordinating Council.

Support an extension of the current DHS Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, and S. 473. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) requirement and ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Support federal preemption and stronger information protection and alternative ASPs. Member of the Chemical Sector Coordinating Council.

Support an extension of the current DHS Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, and S. 473. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) requirement and ability for citizen suits / third party lawsuits. Support federal preemption and stronger information protection and alternative ASPs. Member of the Chemical Sector Coordinating Council.

Serve on DHS Chemical Sector Coordinating Council providing input on implementation of Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). Participate in Food & Ag Coordinating Council. Assist DHS with the Farm Operations security rule. Oppose Inherently Safer Technology (IST) mandate; Support federal preemption of DHS CFATS rules & stronger information protection; oppose citizen suits; support Alternative SVAs and ASPs; support CFATS permanent rule. Support extension of CFATS program - HR 901, HR 908, HR 916, S 473. Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest. Support a modified version of the MODERN Security Credentials Act (HR 1690), which streamlines credentialing for HAZMAT drivers.

Support repeal of Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148), a law that increases federal mandates and costs on American businesses. Support legislation (HR 4 / S 18) that repeals new 1099 IRS reporting requirements - P.L. 112-9.

Support repeal of Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148), a law that increases federal mandates and costs on American businesses. Support legislation (HR 4 / S 18) that repeals new 1099 IRS reporting requirements - P.L. 112-9.

Oppose the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or so-called card check bill (S. 560, H.R. 1409). Oppose denying workers their right to a secret ballot when deciding whether to be represented by a unions. Raised concerns on new OSHA proposal regarding record keeping and reporting requirements related to MSD injuries.

Oppose the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or so-called card check bill (S. 560, H.R. 1409). Oppose denying workers their right to a secret ballot when deciding whether to be represented by a unions. Raised concerns on new OSHA proposal regarding record keeping and reporting requirements related to MSD injuries.

Oppose the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or so-called card check bill (S. 560, H.R. 1409). Oppose denying workers their right to a secret ballot when deciding whether to be represented by a unions. Raised concerns on new OSHA proposal regarding record keeping and reporting requirements related to MSD injuries.

Oppose the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or so-called card check bill (S. 560, H.R. 1409). Oppose denying workers their right to a secret ballot when deciding whether to be represented by a unions. Raised concerns on new OSHA proposal regarding record keeping and reporting requirements related to MSD injuries.

Oppose the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or so-called card check bill (S. 560, H.R. 1409). Oppose denying workers their right to a secret ballot when deciding whether to be represented by a unions. Raised concerns on new OSHA proposal regarding record keeping and reporting requirements related to MSD injuries.

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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Support S.J.Res. 25 and legislation to delay enforcement. Oppose S. 787 and HR 5088 - 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency.

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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Support S.J.Res. 25 and legislation to delay enforcement. Oppose S. 787 and HR 5088 - 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency.

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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Support S.J.Res. 25 and legislation to delay enforcement. Oppose S. 787 and HR 5088 - 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with NRCS on ag conservation in the Chesapeake Bay Opposed S. 1816, The Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009 Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency. Opposed efforts by EPA to regulate urea and ammonia as pesticides under FIFRA

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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency.

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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Support S.J.Res. 25 and legislation to delay enforcement. Oppose S. 787 and HR 5088 - 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with NRCS on ag conservation in the Chesapeake Bay Opposed S. 1816, The Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009 Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency. Opposed efforts by EPA to regulate urea and ammonia as pesticides under FIFRA

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 Support S. 2996 / HR 5186 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 S. 2996, HR 5186 and HR 2477, extension of current CFATS rules.

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 S. 2996, HR 5186 and HR 2477, extension of current 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. 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 Support S. 2996 / HR 5186 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 Support S. 2996 / HR 5186 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 S. 2996, HR 5186 and HR 2477, extension of current 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. 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 Support S. 2996 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 S. 2996 and HR 2477, extension of current 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. 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 Support S. 2996 / HR 5186 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 S. 2996, HR 5186 and HR 2477, extension of current CFATS rules.

Support legislation for more transparency of over-the-counter (OTC) trades and additional oversight given to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - Peterson Amendment to HR 3795. 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. Supports 25 x 25 Ag Energy Coalition efforts to promote use of renewable fuels.

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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Support S.J.Res. 25 and legislation to delay enforcement. Oppose S. 787 and HR 5088 - 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with NRCS on ag conservation in the Chesapeake Bay Opposed S. 1816, The Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009 Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency. Opposed efforts by EPA to regulate urea and ammonia as pesticides under FIFRA

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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Support S.J.Res. 25 and legislation to delay enforcement. Oppose S. 787 and HR 5088 - 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency.

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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Support S.J.Res. 25 and legislation to delay enforcement. Oppose S. 787 and HR 5088 - 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with NRCS on ag conservation in the Chesapeake Bay Opposed S. 1816, The Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009 Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency. Opposed efforts by EPA to regulate urea and ammonia as pesticides under FIFRA

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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Support S.J.Res. 25 and legislation to delay enforcement. Oppose S. 787 and HR 5088 - 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency.

Support repeal of HR 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148), a law that increases federal mandates and costs on American businesses. Support HR 5141 / S 3578 - Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act.

Support repeal of HR 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148), a law that increases federal mandates and costs on American businesses. Support HR 5141 / S 3578 - Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act.

Support repeal of HR 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148), a law that increases federal mandates and costs on American businesses. Support HR 5141 / S 3578 - Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act.

Support repeal of HR 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148), a law that increases federal mandates and costs on American businesses. Support HR 5141 / S 3578 - Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act.

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 S. 2996, HR 5186 and HR 2477, extension of current 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. 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 Support S. 2996 / HR 5186 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 S. 2996, HR 5186 and HR 2477, extension of current CFATS rules.

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 S. 2996, HR 5186 and HR 2477, extension of current 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. 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 Support S. 2996 / HR 5186 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 Support S. 2996 / HR 5186 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 S. 2996, HR 5186 and HR 2477, extension of current 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. 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 Support S. 2996 / HR 5186 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Support S.J.Res. 25 and legislation to delay enforcement. Oppose S. 787 and HR 5088 - 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with NRCS on ag conservation in the Chesapeake Bay Opposed S. 1816, The Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009 Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency. Opposed efforts by EPA to regulate urea and ammonia as pesticides under FIFRA

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 cap and trade legislation. Oppose green house gas (GHG) emission regulation under the Clean Air Act. Support S.J.Res. 25 and legislation to delay enforcement. Oppose S. 787 and HR 5088 - 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. Work with EPA in defining the scope of inert ingredient regulation. Oppose EPA's draft PR Notice on Spray Drift Labeling and Guidance. Oppose regulatory course particulate matter through Clean Air Act NAAQS. Worked with EPA to guide them in the development of NPDES permits for aquatic pesticide applications Oppose prescribed quantitative fertilizer use in the Chesapeake Bay to control TMDLs Worked with NRCS on ag conservation in the Chesapeake Bay Opposed S. 1816, The Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009 Worked with Congress to exempt FIFRA-compliant pesticide applications from the Clean Water Act. Support continued use and registration of atrazine by the EPA, which is a beneficial and safe herbicide for use by the agricultural industry that has undergone years of extensive scientific review by the agency. Opposed efforts by EPA to regulate urea and ammonia as pesticides under FIFRA

Work with PHMSA on transportation safety, driver documentation and security issues. 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. Support extending the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption air mile radius of 150. Support maintaining railroads common carrier obligation and liability for TIH materials. Support efforts to reform the Surface Transportation Board (S. 2889) on reforming the STB and providing more oversight of the railroads. Oppose efforts to remove railroads common carrier obligation. Worked with DOT's PHMSA and FMCSA to support mandatory anhydrous ammonia nurse tank testing and clinics. Support PHMSA turning SP 13554 into a regulation. Oppose the Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) tax as a way to fund the federal highway system Support federal preemption on the transportation of HAZMAT. Support "Safe Truckers Act", which streamlines the credentialing for HAZMAT drivers. Worked with FMCSA on 2 year waiver to the HOS rules for transportation of anhydrous ammonia beginning October 6, 2010. Request DOT for special permit incorporation into the regulations and asked Congress to support a DOT rulemaking for the special permit fitness determination process Request DOT FMCSA on the HMSP to fix IT issues and the administration of the program to not treat hazmat unfairly.

Work with PHMSA on transportation safety, driver documentation and security issues. 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. Support sustaining the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption air mile radius of 100. Support maintaining railroads common carrier obligation and liability for TIH materials. Support efforts to reform the Surface Transportation Board (S. 2889) on reforming the STB and providing more oversight of the railroads. Oppose efforts to remove railroads common carrier obligation. Worked with DOT's PHMSA and FMCSA to support mandatory anhydrous ammonia nurse tank testing and clinics. Support PHMSA turning SP 13554 into a regulation. Oppose the Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) tax as a way to fund the federal highway system Support federal preemption on the transportation of HAZMAT. Support "Safe Truckers Act", which streamlines the credentialing for HAZMAT drivers. Worked with FMCSA, USDA and members of Congress to clarify Congressional intent of the HOS Ag exemption as it relates movement of farm supplies from a terminal to a retail facility. Worked with FMCSA on 90 day waiver to the HOS rules for transportation of anhydrous ammonia from March 22, 2010 to June 2, 2010.

Work with PHMSA on transportation safety, driver documentation and security issues. 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. Support sustaining the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption air mile radius of 100. Support maintaining railroads common carrier obligation and liability for TIH materials. Support efforts to reform the Surface Transportation Board (S. 2889) on reforming the STB and providing more oversight of the railroads. Oppose efforts to remove railroads common carrier obligation. Worked with DOT's PHMSA and FMCSA to support mandatory anhydrous ammonia nurse tank testing and clinics. Support PHMSA turning SP 13554 into a regulation. Oppose the Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) tax as a way to fund the federal highway system Support federal preemption on the transportation of HAZMAT. Support "Safe Truckers Act", which streamlines the credentialing for HAZMAT drivers. Worked with FMCSA on 2 year waiver to the HOS rules for transportation of anhydrous ammonia beginning October 6, 2010. Request DOT for special permit incorporation into the regulations and asked Congress to support a DOT rulemaking for the special permit fitness determination process Request DOT FMCSA on the HMSP to fix IT issues and the administration of the program to not treat hazmat unfairly.

Work with PHMSA on transportation safety, driver documentation and security issues. 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. Support sustaining the Hours of Service Agricultural Exemption air mile radius of 100. Support maintaining railroads common carrier obligation and liability for TIH materials. Support efforts to reform the Surface Transportation Board (S. 2889) on reforming the STB and providing more oversight of the railroads. Oppose efforts to remove railroads common carrier obligation. Worked with DOT's PHMSA and FMCSA to support mandatory anhydrous ammonia nurse tank testing and clinics. Support PHMSA turning SP 13554 into a regulation. Oppose the Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) tax as a way to fund the federal highway system Support federal preemption on the transportation of HAZMAT. Support "Safe Truckers Act", which streamlines the credentialing for HAZMAT drivers. Worked with FMCSA, USDA and members of Congress to clarify Congressional intent of the HOS Ag exemption as it relates movement of farm supplies from a terminal to a retail facility. Worked with FMCSA on 90 day waiver to the HOS rules for transportation of anhydrous ammonia from March 22, 2010 to June 2, 2010.

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 S. 2996, HR 5186 and HR 2477, extension of current 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. 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 Support S. 2996 / HR 5186 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 Support S. 2996 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 Support S. 2996 / HR 5186 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 Support S. 2996 / HR 5186 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 S. 2996, HR 5186 and HR 2477, extension of current 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. 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 Support S. 2996 / HR 5186 - Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010 Support removal of fuels from being listed on Appendix A:Chemicals of Interest.

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 S. 2996 and HR 2477, extension of current CFATS rules.

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 S. 2996, HR 5186 and HR 2477, extension of current CFATS rules.

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 S. 2996, HR 5186 and HR 2477, extension of current CFATS rules.

Support repeal of HR 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148), a law that increases federal mandates and costs on American businesses. Support HR 5141 / S 3578 - Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act.

Support repeal of HR 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148), a law that increases federal mandates and costs on American businesses. Support HR 5141 / S 3578 - Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act.

Support repeal of HR 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148), a law that increases federal mandates and costs on American businesses. Support HR 5141 / S 3578 - Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act.

Support repeal of HR 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148), a law that increases federal mandates and costs on American businesses. Support HR 5141 / S 3578 - Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act.

Oppose the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or so-called card check bill (S. 560, H.R. 1409). Oppose denying workers their right to a secret ballot when deciding whether to be represented by a unions. Raised concerns on new OSHA proposal regarding record keeping and reporting requirements related to MSD injuries.

Oppose the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or so-called card check bill (S. 560, H.R. 1409). Oppose denying workers their right to a secret ballot when deciding whether to be represented by a unions. Raised concerns on new OSHA proposal regarding record keeping and reporting requirements related to MSD injuries.

Oppose the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or so-called card check bill (S. 560, H.R. 1409). Oppose denying workers their right to a secret ballot when deciding whether to be represented by a unions. Raised concerns on new OSHA proposal regarding record keeping and reporting requirements related to MSD injuries.

Oppose the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or so-called card check bill (S. 560, H.R. 1409). Oppose denying workers their right to a secret ballot when deciding whether to be represented by a unions. Raised concerns on new OSHA proposal regarding record keeping and reporting requirements related to MSD injuries.