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Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA) included in H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029; S. 1631 and H.R. 2844; and proposed regulations related to MPRA.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA) included in H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029; S. 1631 and H.R. 2844; and proposed regulations related to MPRA.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA) included in H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029; S. 1631 and H.R. 2844; and proposed regulations related to MPRA.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 included H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA) included in H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029; S. 1631 and H.R. 2844; and proposed regulations related to MPRA.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA) included in H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029; S. 1631 and H.R. 2844; and proposed regulations related to MPRA.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA) included in H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029; S. 1631 and H.R. 2844; and proposed regulations related to MPRA.

Worked on passage of H.R. 5325 - the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2017.

Worked on passage of H.R. 5325 - the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2017.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA) included in H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029; S. 1631 and H.R. 2844; and proposed regulations related to MPRA.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA) included in H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029; S. 1631 and H.R. 2844; and proposed regulations related to MPRA.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA) included in H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029; S. 1631 and H.R. 2844; and proposed regulations related to MPRA.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA) included in H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029; S. 1631 and H.R. 2844; and proposed regulations related to MPRA.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 included H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA) included in H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029; S. 1631 and H.R. 2844; and proposed regulations related to MPRA.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 (MPRA) included in H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029; S. 1631 and H.R. 2844; and proposed regulations related to MPRA.

Worked for passage of S.J. Res 22 in the House and Senate for the disapproval of EPA's and the Corp of Engineers definition of "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS)

Supporting repeal of the estate tax H.R. 1105 the Death Tax Repeal Act.

Supporting repeal of the estate tax H.R. 1105 the Death Tax Repeal Act.

Supporting repeal of the estate tax H.R. 1105 the Death Tax Repeal Act.

H.R. 1599- Seeking federal workable, accurate food product labeling requirements related to GMOs that will eliminate the need for duplicate labeling requirements by States and other non-federal government entities. Introduction of Senate bill pending.

Continued to oppose EPA's unreasonable proposed requirements on WOTUS (Waters of the United States). We supported passage of H.R. 1732 in the House.

Worked for passage of H.R. 2039, FY 2016 Appropriations Bill.

Supportive of H.R. 2393, legislation to repeal the Country of Origin Labeling requirements on beef, lamb, pork and chicken.

After the enactment of H.R. 2642 (Farm Bill Conference Report), continuing to work with Members of Congress, USDA and their staffs as USDA developed dairy regulations for this legislation and their implementation for dairy farmers. Additionally, worked with these agencies for emergency funding for the prior drought losses.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 included H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029.

Provisions in the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014 included H.R. 83, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Pub. Law 113-235); S. 2147 and H.R. 4029.

Worked for passage of S.J. Res 22 in the House and Senate for the disapproval of EPA's and the Corp of Engineers definition of "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS)

Worked for some provisions in the Senate Finance Committee's EXPIRE Act, S. 2260. Those provisions are bonus depreciation, multiemployer pension plan funding rules and an extension of Section 179 property expensing and increasing the maximum amount to $500,000.

Worked for some provisions in the Senate Finance Committee's EXPIRE Act, S. 2260. Those provisions are bonus depreciation, multiemployer pension plan funding rules and an extension of Section 179 property expensing and increasing the maximum amount to $500,000.

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal legislation for comprehensive immigration reform. Worked for Senate approval of S. 744 (Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization).

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal legislation for comprehensive immigration reform. Worked for Senate approval of S. 744 (Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization).

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal legislation for comprehensive immigration reform. Worked for Senate approval of S. 744 (Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization).

H.R. 1947 (FARRM Act), S. 954 and H.R. 2642 (Farm Bill Conference Report). Continuing to work for a Farm Bill to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also amends the current federal milk marketing orders to provide an option for California dairy farmers to join the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) system.

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal legislation for comprehensive immigration reform. Worked for Senate approval of S. 744 (Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization).

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal legislation for comprehensive immigration reform. Worked for Senate approval of S. 744 (Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization).

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal legislation for comprehensive immigration reform. Worked for Senate approval of S. 744 (Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization).

H.R. 1947 (FARRM Act) and S. 954 (2013 Farm Bill). Continuing to work for a 2013 Farm Bill to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders to provide an option for California dairy farmersto join the Federal Milk Market Order (FMMO) system.

H.R. 1947 (FARRM Act), S. 954 and H.R. 2642 (2013 Farm Bill). Continuing to work for a Farm Bill to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders to provide an option for California dairy farmers to join the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) system.

H.R. 1947 (FARRM Act) and S. 954 (2013 Farm Bill). Continuing to work for a 2013 Farm Bill to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders to provide an option for California dairy farmers to join the Federal Milk Market Order (FMMO) system.

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal programs and/or legislation. Supportive of S. 852 and H.R. 1720 - H-2A Improvement Act S. 852 and S. 1697 improves the H-2A agriculture program for use by dairy workers, sheepherders and goat herders for other purposes. Also supports S. 1258 Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2011.

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal programs and/or legislation. Supportive of S. 852 and H.R. 1720 - H2-A Improvement Act. S. 852 and S. 1697 improves the H-2A agriculture program for use by dairy workers, sheepherders and goat herders and for other purposes. Also supports S. 1258 Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2011.

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal programs and/or legislation. Supportive of S. 852 and H.R. 1720 - H-2A Improvement Act. S. 852 and S. 1697 improves the H-2A agriculture program for use by dairy workers, sheepherders and goat herders for other purposes. Also supports S. 1258 Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2011.

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal programs and/or legislation. Supportive of S. 852 and H.R. 1720 - H-2A Improvement Act. S. 852 and S. 1697 improves the H-2A agriculture program for use by dairy workers, sheepherders and goat herders and for other purposes. Also supports S. 1258 Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2011.

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal programs and/or legislation. Supportive of S. 852 and H.R. 1720 - H-2A Improvement Act S. 852 and S. 1697 improves the H-2A agriculture program for use by dairy workers, sheepherders and goat herders for other purposes. Also supports S. 1258 Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2011.

H.R. 2997 and S. 1729 Superfund Common Sense Act (an amendment) to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. H.R. 1633 and S. 1528 Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011. A bill that amends the Clean Air Act to limit Federal regulation of nuisance dust and establish temporary prohibition related to revising coarse particulate matter regulations. Supported adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers. H.R. 872 Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011 including an amendment directing EPA to not require a permit for discharge of pesticides that are registered for sale, distribution or use.

H.R. 2997 and S. 1729 Superfund Common Sense Act (an amendment) to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. Supported adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers. H.R. 872 Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011 including an amendment directing EPA to not require a permit for discharge of pesticides that are registered for sale, distribution or use.

H.R. 2997 and S. 1729 Superfund Common Sense Act (an amendment) to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. H.R. 1633 and S. 1528 Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011. A bill that amends the Clean Air Act to limit Federal regulation of nuisance dust and establish a temporary prohibition related to revising coarse particulate matter regulations. Supported adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers. H.R. 872 Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011 including an amendment directing EPA to not require a permit for discharge of pesticides that are registered for sale, distribution or use.

H.R. 2997 and S. 1729 Superfund Common Sense Act (an amendment) to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. H.R. 1633 and S. 1528 Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011. A bill that amends the Clean Air Act to limit Federal regulation of nuisance dust and establish temporary prohibition related to revising coarse particulate matter regulations. Supported adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers. H.R. 872 Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011 including an amendment directing EPA to not require a permit for discharge of pesticides that are registered for sale, distribution or use.

H.R. 2997 and S. 1729 Superfund Common Sense Act (an amendment) to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. H.R. 1633 and S. 1528 Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011. A bill that amends the Clean Air Act to limit Federal regulation of nuisance dust and establish a temporary prohibition related to revising coarse particulate matter regulations. Supported adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers. H.R. 872 Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011 including an amendment directing EPA to not require a permit for discharge of pesticides that are registered for sale, distribution or use.

H.R. 5973 and S. 2375. Agriculture Appropriations for FY 2013. Supportive of provisions that are important to dairy farmers including funding of the Market Access Program, dairy indemnity, WIC, EQIP and other nutrition programs. H.J. Res. 117, a Continuing Resolution to fund the Federal government through March 27, 2013. We were opposed to the following amendments: #1 to eliminate dairy research and promotion checkoff. #2 to eliminate the Market Access Program (MAP). #3 to eliminate Farm Bill payments to farmers AGI in excess of $250,000. Supportive of H.R. 3062, Dairy Security Act of 2011 to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders. Also encourage the terms of H.R. 3062 to be included in the upcoming 2012 Farm Bill.

Supportive of H.R. 3062, Dairy Security Act of 2011 to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders. Also encourage the terms of H.R. 3062 to be included in the upcoming 2012 Farm Bill. Continued to meet with House and Senate members and staffs, as well as Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and staff regarding reasonable regulations related to the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act for farmer owned cooperative members.

Farm Bill of 2012 and FARRM Act of 2012. H.R. 6083 and S. 3240. Supported dairy reform terms establishing a voluntary dairy production margin protection program that includes a dairy market stabilization program when triggered. Also includes numerous other aspects of agriculture that affects dairy farmers. Opposed amendments and efforts to eliminate the dairy market stabilization program. We were opposed to the following amendments: #1 to eliminate dairy research and promotion checkoff. #2 to eliminate the Market Access Program (MAP). #3 to eliminate Farm Bill payments to farmers AGI in excess of $250,000. Supportive of H.R. 3062, Dairy Security Act of 2011 to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders. Also encourage the terms of H.R. 3062 to be included in the upcoming 2012 Farm Bill.

Farm Bill of 2012 and FARRM Act of 2012. H.R. 6083 and S. 3240. Supported dairy reform terms establishing a voluntary dairy production margin protection program that includes a dairy market stabilization program when triggered. Also includes numerous other aspects of agriculture that affects dairy farmers. Opposed amendments and efforts to eliminate the dairy market stabilization program. We were opposed to the following amendments: #1 to eliminate dairy research and promotion checkoff. #2 to eliminate the Market Access Program (MAP). #3 to eliminate Farm Bill payments to farmers AGI in excess of $250,000. Supportive of H.R. 3062, Dairy Security Act of 2011 to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders. Also encourage the terms of H.R. 3062 to be included in the upcoming 2012 Farm Bill.

Farm Bill of 2012 and FARRM Act of 2012. H.R. 6083 and S. 3240. Supported dairy reform terms establishing a voluntary dairy production margin protection program that includes a dairy market stabilization program when triggered. Also includes numerous other aspects of agriculture that affects dairy farmers. Opposed amendments and efforts to eliminate the dairy market stabilization program.l Supportive of H.R. 3062, Dairy Security Act of 2011 to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders. Also encourage the terms of H.R. 3062 to be included in the upcoming 2012 Farm Bill or in any extension of the 2008 Farm Bill. Supported inclusion of legislation in the pending Farm Bill to provide an option for California dairy farmers to join the Federal Milk Market Order (FMMO) system.

H.R. 5973 and S. 2375. Agriculture Appropriations for FY 2013. Supportive of provisions that are important to dairy farmers including funding of Market Access Program, dairy indemnity, WIC, EQIP and other nutrition programs.

H.R. 5973 and S. 2375. Agriculture Appropriations for FY 2013. Supportive of provisions that are important to dairy farmers including funding of the Market Access Program, dairy indemnity, WIC, EQIP and other nutrition programs. H.J. Res. 117, a Continuing Resolution to fund the Federal government through March 27, 2013. We were opposed to the following amendments: #1 to eliminate dairy research and promotion checkoff. #2 to eliminate the Market Access Program (MAP). #3 to eliminate Farm Bill payments to farmers AGI in excess of $250,000. Supportive of H.R. 3062, Dairy Security Act of 2011 to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders. Also encourage the terms of H.R. 3062 to be included in the upcoming 2012 Farm Bill.

H.R. 5973 and S. 2375. Agriculture Appropriations for FY 2013. Supportive of provisions that are important to dairy farmers including funding of the Market Access Program, dairy indemnity, WIC, EQIP and other nutrition programs. H.J. Res. 117, a Continuing Resolution to fund the Federal government through March 27, 2013.

Farm Bill of 2012 and FARRM Act of 2012. H.R. 6083 and S. 3240. Supported dairy reform terms establishing a voluntary dairy production margin protection program that includes a dairy market stabilization program when triggered. Also includes numerous other aspects of agriculture that affects dairy farmers. Opposed amendments and efforts to eliminate the dairy market stabilization program. We were opposed to the following amendments: #1 to eliminate dairy research and promotion checkoff. #2 to eliminate the Market Access Program (MAP). #3 to eliminate Farm Bill payments to farmers AGI in excess of $250,000. Supportive of H.R. 3062, Dairy Security Act of 2011 to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders. Also encourage the terms of H.R. 3062 to be included in the upcoming 2012 Farm Bill.

Farm Bill of 2012 and FARRM Act of 2012. H.R. 6083 and S. 3240. Supported dairy reform terms establishing a voluntary dairy production margin protection program that includes a dairy market stabilization program when triggered. Also includes numerous other aspects of agriculture that affects dairy farmers. Opposed amendments and efforts to eliminate the dairy market stabilization program.

Farm Bill of 2012 and FARRM Act of 2012. H.R. 6083 and S. 3240. Supported dairy reform terms establishing a voluntary dairy production margin protection program that includes a dairy market stabilization program when triggered. Also includes numerous other aspects of agriculture that affects dairy farmers. Opposed amendments and efforts to eliminate the dairy market stabilization program. We were opposed to the following amendments: #1 to eliminate dairy research and promotion checkoff. #2 to eliminate the Market Access Program (MAP). #3 to eliminate Farm Bill payments to farmers AGI in excess of $250,000. Supportive of H.R. 3062, Dairy Security Act of 2011 to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders. Also encourage the terms of H.R. 3062 to be included in the upcoming 2012 Farm Bill.

Farm Bill of 2012 and FARRM Act of 2012. H.R. 6083 and S. 3240. Supported dairy reform terms establishing a voluntary dairy production margin protection program that includes a dairy market stabilization program when triggered. Also includes numerous other aspects of agriculture that affects dairy farmers. Opposed amendments and efforts to eliminate the dairy market stabilization program.l Supportive of H.R. 3062, Dairy Security Act of 2011 to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders. Also encourage the terms of H.R. 3062 to be included in the upcoming 2012 Farm Bill or in any extension of the 2008 Farm Bill. Supported inclusion of legislation in the pending Farm Bill to provide an option for California dairy farmers to join the Federal Milk Market Order (FMMO) system.

In the 112th Session of Congress, we sought federal funding for already passed H.R. 6233, agriculture disaster assistance programs related to the 2012 drought.

H.R. 7 American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act of 2012 and H.R. 763 and S. 747 Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2011. Allows a state to authorize a vehicle with a maximum gross weight that does not exceed 97,000 pounds and with at least 6 axles to operate on Interstate Highway Systems in the state.

H.R. 7 American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act of 2012 and H.R. 763 and S. 747 Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2011. Allows a state to authorize a vehicle with a maximum gross weight that does not exceed 97,000 pounds and with at least 6 axles to operate on Interstate Highway Systems in the state.

H.R. 2997 and S. 1729 Superfund Common Sense Act (an amendment) to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. H.R. 1633 and S. 1528 Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011. A bill that amends the Clean Air Act to limit Federal regulation of nuisance dust and establish a temporary prohibition related to revising coarse particulate matter regulations. Supported adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers. H.R. 872 Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011 including an amendment directing EPA to not require a permit for discharge of pesticides that are registered for sale, distribution or use.

H.R. 2997 and S. 1729 Superfund Common Sense Act (an amendment) to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. Supported adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers. H.R. 872 Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011 including an amendment directing EPA to not require a permit for discharge of pesticides that are registered for sale, distribution or use.

H.R. 2997 and S. 1729 Superfund Common Sense Act (an amendment) to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. H.R. 1633 and S. 1528 Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011. A bill that amends the Clean Air Act to limit Federal regulation of nuisance dust and establish a temporary prohibition related to revising coarse particulate matter regulations. Supported adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers. H.R. 872 Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011 including an amendment directing EPA to not require a permit for discharge of pesticides that are registered for sale, distribution or use.

H.R. 2997 and S. 1729 Superfund Common Sense Act (an amendment) to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. H.R. 1633 and S. 1528 Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011. A bill that amends the Clean Air Act to limit Federal regulation of nuisance dust and establish temporary prohibition related to revising coarse particulate matter regulations. Supported adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers. H.R. 872 Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011 including an amendment directing EPA to not require a permit for discharge of pesticides that are registered for sale, distribution or use.

H.R. 2997 and S. 1729 Superfund Common Sense Act (an amendment) to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. H.R. 1633 and S. 1528 Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011. A bill that amends the Clean Air Act to limit Federal regulation of nuisance dust and establish temporary prohibition related to revising coarse particulate matter regulations. Supported adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers. H.R. 872 Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011 including an amendment directing EPA to not require a permit for discharge of pesticides that are registered for sale, distribution or use.

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal programs and/or legislation. Supportive of S. 852 and H.R. 1720 - H-2A Improvement Act. S. 852 and S. 1697 improves the H-2A agriculture program for use by dairy workers, sheepherders and goat herders and for other purposes. Also support S. 1258 Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2011.

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal programs and/or legislation. Supportive of S. 852 and H.R. 1720 - H-2A Improvement Act. Improves the H-2A agriculture program for use by dairy workers, sheepherders and goat herders and for other purposes. Also support S. 1258 Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2011.

Participated in meetings related to farm labor needs seeking help through federal programs and/or legislation. Supportive of S. 852 and H.R. 1720 - H-2A Improvement Act. S. 852 and S. 1697 improves the H-2A agriculture program for use by dairy workers, sheepherders and goat herders and for other purposes. Also support S. 1258 Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2011.

H.R. 2997 and S. 1729 Superfund Common Sense Act (an amendment) to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. H.R. 1633 and S. 1528 Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011. A bill that amends the Clean Air Act to limit Federal regluation of nuisance dust and establish a temporary prohibition related to revising coarse particulate matter regulations. Supported adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers. H.R. 872, Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011 including an amendment directing EPA to not require a permit for discharge of pesticides that are registered for sale, distribution or use.

H.R. 2997, Superfund Common Sense Act to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. H.R. 1633, S. 1528 Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011. A bill that amends the Clean Air Act to limit Federal regulation of nuisance dust and establish a temporary prohibition related to revising coarse particulate matter regulations. Support adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers.

Supportive of H.R. 3062, Dairy Security Act of 2011 to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders. Continued to meet with House and Senate members and staffs, as well as Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and staff regarding reasonable regulations related to the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act for farmer owned cooperative members. Supported Senate and House Agriculture Committee's proposed 2012 Farm Bill provisions offered to the Select Committee on Deficit Reduction (Super Committee).

Reported and presented documentation illustrating the poor financial conditions for U.S. dairy farmers and the need for prompt action for federal legislation to improve national dairy programs. Support dairy farmer's recently proposed national dairy policy legislation for the upcoming Farm Bill. Supportive of H.R. 3062, Dairy Security Act of 2011 to establish a margin insurance program for dairy producers when the margin between milk prices and feed cost is less than a specific amount. Also establishes a dairy stabilization program and amends the current federal milk marketing orders. Continue to meet with House and Senate members and staffs, as well as Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and staff regarding reasonable regulations related to the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act for farmer owned cooperative members.

Trans-Pacific Partnership Free Trade Agreement now being considered by President Obama's Administration. We are opposed to this agreement if New Zealand dairy products are included with free trade status. Support the three Free Trade Agreements (FTA'S) for the United States and South Korea, Panama and Colombia / H.R. 3078, H.R. 3079 and H.R. 3080. Supported the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) proposed rule to resolve the U.S. - Mexico trucking dispute related to NAFTA. Continue to oppose any legislative action that would prohibit or reduce funding of the Market Access Program (MAP), which serves as an important boost to U.S. agriculture exports.

Trans-Pacific Partnership Free Trade Agreement now being considered by President Obama's Administration. We are opposed to this agreement if New Zealand dairy products are included with free trade statuts. Support the three Free Trade Agreements (FTA's) for the United States, South Korea, Panama and Colombia / H.R. 3078, H.R. 3079 and H.R. 3080. Supported the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) proposed rule to resolve the U.S. - Mexico trucking dispute related to NAFTA. Continued to oppose any legislative action that would prohibit or reduce funding of the Market Access Program (MAP), which serves as an important boost to U.S. agriculture exports.

Trans-Pacific Partnership Free Trade Agreement now being considered by President Obama's Administration. We are opposed to this agreement if New Zealand dairy products are included with free trade statuts. Support the three Free Trade Agreements (FTA's) for the United States, South Korea, Panama and Colombia / H.R. 3078, H.R. 3079 and H.R. 3080. Supported the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) proposed rule to resolve the U.S. - Mexico trucking dispute related to NAFTA. Continued to oppose any legislative action that would prohibit or reduce funding of the Market Access Program (MAP), which serves as an important boost to U.S. agriculture exports.

Trans-Pacific Partnership Free Trade Agreement now being considered by President Obama's Administration. We are opposed to this agreement if New Zealand dairy products are included with free trade status. Support the three Free Trade Agreements (FTA'S) for the United States and South Korea, Panama and Colombia / H.R. 3078, H.R. 3079 and H.R. 3080. Supported the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) proposed rule to resolve the U.S. - Mexico trucking dispute related to NAFTA. Continue to oppose any legislative action that would prohibit or reduce funding of the Market Access Program (MAP), which serves as an important boost to U.S. agriculture exports.

Trans-Pacific Partnership Free Trade Agreement now being considered by President Obama's Administration. We are opposed to this agreement if New Zealand dairy products are included with free trade statuts. Support the three Free Trade Agreements (FTA's) for the United States, South Korea, Panama and Colombia / H.R. 3078, H.R. 3079 and H.R. 3080. Supported the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) proposed rule to resolve the U.S. - Mexico trucking dispute related to NAFTA. Continued to oppose any legislative action that would prohibit or reduce funding of the Market Access Program (MAP), which serves as an important boost to U.S. agriculture exports.

Trans-Pacific Partnership Free Trade Agreement now being considered by President Obama's Administration. We are opposed to this agreement if New Zealand dairy products are included with free trade status. Support the three Free Trade Agreements (FTA'S) for the United States and South Korea, Panama and Colombia / H.R. 3078, H.R. 3079 and H.R. 3080. Supported the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) proposed rule to resolve the U.S. - Mexico trucking dispute related to NAFTA. Continue to oppose any legislative action that would prohibit or reduce funding of the Market Access Program (MAP), which serves as an important boost to U.S. agriculture exports.

H.R. 5426 and S. 366. Support to require EPA to finalize a proposed rule to amend the spill prevention, control and countermeasures rule to tailor and streamline the requirements for the dairy industry and other purposes. H.R. 910 and S. 483. Energy Tax Prevention Act of 2011. Support this to amend the Clean Water Act (CWA) to prohibit EPA regulating emissions of a greenhouse gas (GHG). This excludes GHG's from the definition of "air pollutant" for purposes of addressing climate changes. H.R. 872. "Reducing Regulatory Burden Act of 2011". Support amendment to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act and the Federal Water Control Act to clarify Congressional intent regarding the regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters and for other purposes. H.R. 1. Supported the amendment H. Amdt. 230, to H.R. 1, the Full Year Continuing Appropriations Act of 2011. This amendment withholds funding from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop, promulgate, evaluate and implement its Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) requirements for the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.

H.R. 763 and S. 747 - Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2011. Allows a state to authorize a vehicle with a maximum gross weight that does not exceed 97,000 pounds and with at least 6 axles to operate on Interstate Highway Systems in the state.

H.R. 763 and S. 747 - Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2011. Allows a state to authorize a vehicle with a maximum gross weight that does not exceed 97,000 pounds and with at least 6 axles to operate on Interstate Highway Systems in the state.

H.R. 763 & S. 747 - Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2011. Allows a state to authorize a vehicle with a maximum gross weight that does not exceed 97,000 pounds and with at least 6 axles to operate on Interstate Highway Systems in the state.

H.R. 2997 and S. 1729 Superfund Common Sense Act (an amendment) to provide that livestock manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant under the Superfund regulations. H.R. 1633 and S. 1528 Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011. A bill that amends the Clean Air Act to limit Federal regluation of nuisance dust and establish a temporary prohibition related to revising coarse particulate matter regulations. Supported adequate funding level for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and continuation of 60% of funding level allocated to livestock and poultry farmers. H.R. 872, Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011 including an amendment directing EPA to not require a permit for discharge of pesticides that are registered for sale, distribution or use.

H.R. 5426 and S. 366. Support to require EPA to finalize a proposed rule to amend the spill prevention, control and countermeasures rule to tailor and streamline the requirements for the dairy industry and other purposes. H.R. 910 and S. 483. Energy Tax Prevention Act of 2011. Support this to amend the Clean Water Act (CWA) to prohibit EPA regulating emissions of a greenhouse gas (GHG). This excludes GHG's from the definition of "air pollutant" for purposes of addressing climate changes. H.R. 872. "Reducing Regulatory Burden Act of 2011". Support amendment to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act and the Federal Water Control Act to clarify Congressional intent regarding the regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters and for other purposes. H.R. 1. Supported the amendment H. Amdt. 230, to H.R. 1, the Full Year Continuing Appropriations Act of 2011. This amendment withholds funding from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop, promulgate, evaluate and implement its Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) requirements for the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.

Continued to discuss with the House and Senate Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee staff about the possibility of FY 2011 funds for milk vouchers for distribution at food banks. H.J. Res. 100. Continuing Appropriation Act through December 18, 2010; H.J. Res. 105. Continuting Appropriation Act through December 21, 2010; H.R. 3082 Continuing Appropriation Act, 2011, through March 4, 2011.

Continued to discuss with the House and Senate Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee staff about the possibility of FY 2011 funds for milk vouchers for distribution at food banks. H.J. Res. 100. Continuing Appropriation Act through December 18, 2010; H.J. Res. 105. Continuting Appropriation Act through December 21, 2010; H.R. 3082 Continuing Appropriation Act, 2011, through March 4, 2011.

S. 787. Clean Water Restoration Act. Opposed to bill's language to eliminate the term "navigable waters" from current law, thus expanding federal jurisdiction to all waters of the U.S. H.J. Res. 76 and S.J. Res. 26. Disapproving a rule submitted by EPA related to greenhouse gas under Section 202(a) of Clean Air Act. H.R. 5426. Support this bill that requires EPA to finalize their proposed exemption of milk storage tanks and associated piping from Spill Prevention, Control and Counter Measure Rules Requirement (SPCC). S. 1816. Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act. Opposed to the anti-agriculture provisions in this bill.

S. 787. Clean Water Restoration Act. Opposed to bill's language to eliminate the term "navigable waters" from current law, thus expanding federal jurisdiction to all waters of the U.S. H.J. Res. 76 and S.J. Res. 26. Disapproving a rule submitted by EPA related to greenhouse gas under Section 202(a) of Clean Air Act.

S. 787. Clean Water Restoration Act. Opposed to bill's language to eliminate the term "navigable waters" from current law, thus expanding federal jurisdiction to all waters of the U.S. H.J. Res. 76 and S.J. Res. 26. Disapproving a rule submitted by EPA related to greenhouse gas under Section 202(a) of Clean Air Act. H.R. 5426 and S. 5426 . Support this bill that requires EPA to finalize their proposed exemption of milk storage tanks and associated piping from Spill Prevention, Control and Counter Measure Rules Requirement (SPCC). S. 1816. Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act. Opposed to the anti-agriculture provisions in this bill. Supported Senator Charles Grassley's letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) expressing concerns with EPA's latest proposed amendments to particulate matter (dust) regulations that will be unattainable.

H.R. 1799. A bill that would allow states to increase the size and weight limits allowed on interstate highways. It will also reduce the number of trucks on highways, wear and tear on our roadways and national fuel consumption. Additionally, emissions and the overall carbon footprint would be reduced.

H.R. 1799. A bill that would allow states to increase the size and weight limits allowed on interstate highways. It will also reduce the number of trucks on highways, wear and tear on our roadways and national fuel consumption. Additionally, emissions and the overall carbon footprint would be reduced.