Reported covered position: Intern, Representative Joe Baca 03/07-06/07; Intern, USDA - FSA 01/08-05/08; International Agricultural Development Specialist, USDA - FSA 05/09-01/13; International Agriculture Program Specialist, USDA - FSA 01/13-03/13
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Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. Engagement with administration on pseudorabies. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. S. 5526 - Agricultural Act of 2026. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration. Congressional funding for the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR). Engagement with administration on Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS). Engagement with administration on Ultra-Processed Food (UPF). Advocate for the creation of a Federal Advisory Committee and funding for the U.S. Swine Health Improvement Plan. Engagement with the administration on the Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel Executive Order.
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NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL via NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitor policy discussion on agricultural labor, including reforms to the H2A program and continued support for TN visa program, and educate members on its impact to the pork industry. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce.
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. Engagement with administration on pseudorabies. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. S. 5526 - Agricultural Act of 2026. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration. Congressional funding for the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR). Engagement with administration on Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS). Engagement with administration on Ultra-Processed Food (UPF). Advocate for the creation of a Federal Advisory Committee and funding for the U.S. Swine Health Improvement Plan. Engagement with the administration on the Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel Executive Order.
Source: Senate LDA
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. Engagement with administration on pseudorabies. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. Senate Farm Bill Discussion Draft. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Save Our Bacon Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. Engagement with administration on pseudorabies. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. Senate Farm Bill Discussion Draft. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Save Our Bacon Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. Engagement with administration on pseudorabies. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. S. 5526 - Agricultural Act of 2026. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration. Congressional funding for the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR). Engagement with administration on Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS). Engagement with administration on Ultra-Processed Food (UPF). Advocate for the creation of a Federal Advisory Committee and funding for the U.S. Swine Health Improvement Plan. Engagement with the administration on the Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel Executive Order.
Save Our Bacon Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. Engagement with administration on pseudorabies. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. S. 5526 - Agricultural Act of 2026. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration. Congressional funding for the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR). Engagement with administration on Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS). Engagement with administration on Ultra-Processed Food (UPF). Advocate for the creation of a Federal Advisory Committee and funding for the U.S. Swine Health Improvement Plan. Engagement with the administration on the Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel Executive Order.
Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. Engagement with administration on pseudorabies. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. Senate Farm Bill Discussion Draft. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Food Security and Farm Protection Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. Engagement with administration on pseudorabies. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. Senate Farm Bill Discussion Draft. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Food Security and Farm Protection Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Food Security and Farm Protection Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. Engagement with administration on pseudorabies. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. S. 5526 - Agricultural Act of 2026. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration. Congressional funding for the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR). Engagement with administration on Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS). Engagement with administration on Ultra-Processed Food (UPF). Advocate for the creation of a Federal Advisory Committee and funding for the U.S. Swine Health Improvement Plan. Engagement with the administration on the Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel Executive Order.
Agricultural Act of 2026
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. Engagement with administration on pseudorabies. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. S. 5526 - Agricultural Act of 2026. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration. Congressional funding for the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR). Engagement with administration on Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS). Engagement with administration on Ultra-Processed Food (UPF). Advocate for the creation of a Federal Advisory Committee and funding for the U.S. Swine Health Improvement Plan. Engagement with the administration on the Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel Executive Order.
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. S. 1326, Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 1, To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. S. 1326, Food Security and Farm Protection Act. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. S. 1326, Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 1, To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Save Our Bacon Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Food Security and Farm Protection Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. S. 1326, Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 1, To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Food Security and Farm Protection Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. S. 1326, Food Security and Farm Protection Act. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Food Security and Farm Protection Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay".
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay".
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886.
Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Beagle Brigade Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Beagle Brigade Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
Beagle Brigade Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Beagle Brigade Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Beagle Brigade Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
Beagle Brigade Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886.
Beagle Brigade Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023.
Beagle Brigade Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886.
Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023.
Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886.
To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886.
Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886.
Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886.
Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments.
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023
Client: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL · Firm: NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
Monitor international trade proposals and their impact on U.S. pork production. Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Colombia, China, Ecuador, EU, Kenya, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Panama, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, United Kingdom, Peru, Chile, Costa Rica, Japan, Switzerland. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Education and General Engagement on the Mexican Tomato Suspension Agreement. Testifying and comments on Section 301 - Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation. Impact to U.S. pork exports by the enactment Executive Order 14257 - International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483), and section 301. Engagement with administration on antidumping and countervailing duty investigation against US pork initiated by Mexico.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitor policy discussion on agricultural labor, including reforms to the H2A program and continued support for TN visa program, and educate members on its impact to the pork industry.
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. Engagement with administration on pseudorabies. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. Senate Farm Bill Discussion Draft. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Monitor international trade proposals and their impact on U.S. pork production. Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Colombia, China, Ecuador, EU, Kenya, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Panama, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, United Kingdom, Peru, Chile, Costa Rica, Japan, Switzerland. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Education and General Engagement on the Mexican Tomato Suspension Agreement. Testifying and comments on Section 301 - Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation. Impact to U.S. pork exports by the enactment Executive Order 14257 - International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483), and section 301. Engagement with administration on antidumping and countervailing duty investigation against US pork initiated by Mexico.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitor international trade proposals and their impact on U.S. pork production. Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Colombia, China, Ecuador, EU, Kenya, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Panama, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, United Kingdom, Peru, Chile, Costa Rica, Japan, Switzerland. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products with U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Impact to U.S. pork exports by the enactment Section 301 Investigation of Chinas Targeting of the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance. Education and General Engagement on the Mexican Tomato Suspension Agreement. Testifying and comments on Section 301 - Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation. Impact to U.S. pork exports by the enactment Executive Order 14257 - International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483), and section 301.
Monitor policy discussion on agricultural labor, including reforms to the H2A program and continued support for TN visa program, and educate members on its impact to the pork industry. Impact on the elimination of the categorical humanitarian parole programs for individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV) to U.S. pork producers.
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY27 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. Engagement with administration on Dietary Guidelines. Engagement with administration on school meal program. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Section 12006. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. S. 1326 - Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 4673 - Save Our Bacon Act. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Monitor policy discussion on agricultural labor, including reforms to the H2A program and continued support for TN visa program, and educate members on its impact to the pork industry. Impact on the elimination of the categorical humanitarian parole programs for individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV) to U.S. pork producers.
Monitor international trade proposals and their impact on U.S. pork production. Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Colombia, China, Ecuador, EU, Kenya, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Panama, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, United Kingdom, Peru, Chile, Costa Rica, Japan, Switzerland. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products with U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Impact to U.S. pork exports by the enactment Section 301 Investigation of Chinas Targeting of the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance. Education and General Engagement on the Mexican Tomato Suspension Agreement. Testifying and comments on Section 301 - Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation. Impact to U.S. pork exports by the enactment Executive Order 14257 - International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483), and section 301.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. S. 1326, Food Security and Farm Protection Act. Implementation of Public Law No: 119-21: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14. Conversations on Market News Reporting agency importance to pork producers. General conversations on foreign animal disease preparedness and prevention including screwworm and African swine fever. General conversations on gene editing with Administration.
Monitor policy discussion on agricultural labor, including reforms to the H2A program and continued support for TN visa program, and educate members on its impact to the pork industry. Impact on the elimination of the categorical humanitarian parole programs for individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV) to U.S. pork producers.
Monitor international trade proposals and their impact on U.S. pork production. Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Colombia, China, Ecuador, EU, Kenya, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Panama, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, United Kingdom, Peru, Chile, Costa Rica, Japan, Switzerland. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products with U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Impact to U.S. pork exports by the enactment Section 301 Investigation of Chinas Targeting of the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance. Education and General Engagement on the Mexican Tomato Suspension Agreement. Testifying and comments on Section 301 - Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation. Impact to U.S. pork exports by the enactment Executive Order 14257 - International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483), and section 301.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2025 · second_quarter · Q2
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain. Conversations with USDA 2019 Market Facilitation. Conversations with USDA on Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin. Engagement with administration on Make America Healthy Again report. S. 1326, Food Security and Farm Protection Act. H.R. 1, To provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
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2025 · first_quarter · Q1
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. Monitor the development of the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Bill. Educate Members and the Administration about the pork supply chain.
Monitor policy discussion on agricultural labor, including reforms to the H2A program, and educate members on its impact to the pork industry.
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2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
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2024 · third_quarter · Q3
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
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2024 · second_quarter · Q2
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention.
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2024 · first_quarter · Q1
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.3386 - A bill to temporarily suspend the importation of beef and beef products from Paraguay and to require the establishment of a working group to evaluate the threat to food safety and animal health posed by beef imported from Paraguay, and for other purposes. H.J.Res.115 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". S.J.Res.62 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay". H.R.5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R.7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
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2023 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S.949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." Monitor progress of H.R. 4103 / S.2036, "To amend the Packers and Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters, and for other purposes." General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." General education on agricultural infrastructure priorities. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. Monitor implementation of H.R. 5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. General education on the need for Livestock Gross Margin reform. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Monitor implementation of H.R. 2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. H.R. 4417 - To prevent States and local jurisdictions from interfering with the production and distribution of agricultural products in interstate commerce, and for other purposes. S.2019 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023.
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2023 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S.949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." Monitor progress of H.R. 4103 / S.2036, "To amend the Packers and Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters, and for other purposes." General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." General education on agricultural infrastructure priorities. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. Monitor implementation of H.R. 5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. General education on the need for Livestock Gross Margin reform. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Monitor implementation of H.R. 2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. H.R. 4417 - To prevent States and local jurisdictions from interfering with the production and distribution of agricultural products in interstate commerce, and for other purposes. S.2019 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R.5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R.5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R.1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. S.1844 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023.
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2023 · first_quarter · 1A
Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Encouraging U.S. to enter into the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Monitor implementation of the P.L. 117-146, the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022. Encouraging U.S. to include market access into Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. Encourage resolution to U.S. pork market access issues through the U.S. - Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade initiative. S. 629 - UNITED Act, all provisions. Seeking to resolve U.S. pork market access issues through the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. General engagement on Codex Alimentarius.
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2023 · second_quarter · Q2
Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Encouraging U.S. to enter into the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Encouraging U.S. to include market access into Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. Encourage resolution to U.S. pork market access issues through the U.S. - Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade initiative. Seeking to resolve U.S. pork market access issues through the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. General engagement on Codex Alimentarius.
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2023 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S. 949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." Monitor progress of H.R. 4103 / S. 2036, "To amend the Packers and Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters, and for other purposes." General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." General education on agricultural infrastructure priorities. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. Monitor implementation of H.R.5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. General education on the need for Livestock Gross Margin reform. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Monitor implementation of H.R.2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. H.R. 243 - Emergency and Disaster Preparedness for Farm Animals Act, all provisions. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290.
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2022 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S. 949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." Monitor progress of H.R. 4103 / S. 2036, "To amend the Packers and Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters, and for other purposes." General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-123, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), 85 FR 30825. Second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP2), 85 FR 59380. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program; Additional Assistance, 86 FR 4877. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." General education on agricultural infrastructure priorities. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network and veterinary stockpile. Proposed reconciliation bill, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2; Producers of Sale-Based Commodities and Contract Producers, 86 FR 48013. H.R.4999 - the Exposing Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. Investments and Opportunities for Meat and Poultry Processing Infrastructure, 86 FR 37728. H.R.2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. S.3678 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2022, all provisions. H.R.6833 - Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2023, and for other purposes, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. H.R.5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Notice of Funds Availability; Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program, 86 FR 71003. Notice of Funds Availability; Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program (SMHPP), 87 FR 15358. General education on S.3870 - Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2022, all provisions. General education on the need for Livestock Gross Margin reform. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. H.R.2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production.
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2022 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S. 949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." Monitor progress of H.R. 4103 / S. 2036, "To amend the Packers and Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters, and for other purposes." General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-123, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), 85 FR 30825. Second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP2), 85 FR 59380. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program; Additional Assistance, 86 FR 4877. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." General education on agricultural infrastructure priorities. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network and veterinary stockpile. Proposed reconciliation bill, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2; Producers of Sale-Based Commodities and Contract Producers, 86 FR 48013. H.R. 4999, the Exposing Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. Investments and Opportunities for Meat and Poultry Processing Infrastructure, 86 FR 37728. H.R.2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. S.3678 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2022, all provisions. H.R.6833 - Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2023, and for other purposes, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. H.R.5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Notice of Funds Availability; Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program, 86 FR 71003. Notice of Funds Availability; Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program (SMHPP), 87 FR 15358. General education on S.3870 - Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2022, all provisions. General education on the need for Livestock Gross Margin reform. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980.
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2022 · second_quarter · Q2
Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Encouraging U.S. to enter into the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Engagement on finding a resolution to the shipping delays on the West Coast, which impact U.S. pork producers. Support for the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021 (H.R. 4996).
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S. 949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." Monitor progress of H.R. 4103 / S. 2036, "To amend the Packers and Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters, and for other purposes." General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-123, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), 85 FR 30825. Second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP2), 85 FR 59380. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program; Additional Assistance, 86 FR 4877. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." General education on agricultural infrastructure priorities. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network and veterinary stockpile. Proposed reconciliation bill, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2; Producers of Sale-Based Commodities and Contract Producers, 86 FR 48013. H.R. 4999, the Exposing Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. Investments and Opportunities for Meat and Poultry Processing Infrastructure, 86 FR 37728. H.R.2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. S.3678 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2022, all provisions. Notice of Funds Availability; Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program, 86 FR 71003. Notice of Funds Availability; Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program (SMHPP), 87 FR 15358. General education on S.3870 - Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2022, all provisions. General education on the need for Livestock Gross Margin reform. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills.
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2022 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S. 949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." Monitor progress of H.R. 4103 / S. 2036, "To amend the Packers and Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters, and for other purposes." General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-123, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), 85 FR 30825. Second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP2), 85 FR 59380. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program; Additional Assistance, 86 FR 4877. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." General education on agricultural infrastructure priorities. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network and veterinary stockpile. Proposed reconciliation bill, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2; Producers of Sale-Based Commodities and Contract Producers, 86 FR 48013. H.R. 4999, the Exposing Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. Investments and Opportunities for Meat and Poultry Processing Infrastructure, 86 FR 37728. H.R.2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. S.3678 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2022, all provisions. Notice of Funds Availability; Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program, 86 FR 71003. Notice of Funds Availability; Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program (SMHPP), 87 FR 15358.
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2021 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Encouraging U.S. to enter into the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Engagement on finding a resolution to the shipping delays on the West Coast, which impact U.S. pork producers. Support for the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021 (H.R. 4996).
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S. 949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." Monitor progress of H.R. 4103 / S. 2036, "To amend the Packers and Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters, and for other purposes." General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to defend the NSIS rule in light of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-123, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), 85 FR 30825. Second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP2), 85 FR 59380. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program; Additional Assistance, 86 FR 4877. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." General education on agricultural infrastructure priorities. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network and veterinary stockpile. Proposed reconciliation bill, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2; Producers of Sale-Based Commodities and Contract Producers, 86 FR 48013. H.R. 4999, the Exposing Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. Investments and Opportunities for Meat and Poultry Processing Infrastructure, 86 FR 37728. H.R. 4502, the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022", provisions related to agricultural appropriations.
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2021 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S. 949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." Monitor progress of H.R. 4103 / S. 2036, "To amend the Packers and Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters, and for other purposes." Monitor progress of H.R. 2186, the BALE Act of 2021. General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to defend the NSIS rule in light of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-123, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), 85 FR 30825. Second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP2), 85 FR 59380. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program; Additional Assistance, 86 FR 4877. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." General education on agricultural infrastructure priorities. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network and veterinary stockpile. Proposed reconciliation bill, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2; Producers of Sale-Based Commodities and Contract Producers, 86 FR 48013. H.R. 4999, the Exposing Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. Investments and Opportunities for Meat and Poultry Processing Infrastructure, 86 FR 37728.
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2021 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S. 949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." Monitor progress of H.R. 4103 / S. 2036, "To amend the Packers and Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters, and for other purposes." Monitor progress of H.R. 2186, the BALE Act of 2021. General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to defend the NSIS rule in light of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-123, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), 85 FR 30825. Second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP2), 85 FR 59380. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program; Additional Assistance, 86 FR 4877. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of S. 278, the Emergency Relief for Farmers of Color Act. Monitor progress of S. 300, the Justice for Black Farmers Act of 2021. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." General education on agricultural infrastructure priorities.
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2021 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Lobby to ensure pork producers were included in future SBA language during rulemaking and bill drafting.
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S. 949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education on COVID pandemic related Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the projected shortfall in funding for Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-123, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), 85 FR 30825. Second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP2), 85 FR 59380. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program; Additional Assistance, 86 FR 4877. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of S. 278, the Emergency Relief for Farmers of Color Act. Monitor progress of S. 300, the Justice for Black Farmers Act of 2021. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." Engagement on increasing the borrowing authority and refreshing funding for the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) to assist USDA in providing aid to the agriculture industry in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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2020 · fourth_quarter · Q4
General education on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Indonesia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program and H.R. 2859, the "PRIME Act" and their impacts on the US pork industry. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Vietnamese currency manipulation.
Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Lobby to ensure pork producers were included in future SBA language during rule making and bills.
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2020 · third_quarter · Q3
General education on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Indonesia, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program and H.R. 2859, the "PRIME Act" and their impacts on the US pork industry. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property.
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. General education on the use of agricultural TN and J-1 visas in the U.S. pork industry and the necessity of continuing to process these visas for agricultural jobs. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry.
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2020 · second_quarter · Q2
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. General education on the use of agricultural TN and J-1 visas in the U.S. pork industry and the necessity of continuing to process these visas for agricultural jobs.
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. General education on the use of agricultural TN and J-1 visas in the U.S. pork industry and the necessity of continuing to process these visas for agricultural jobs. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. General education about the PPE and hand sanitizer availability in agriculture and food production industry. Monitoring implementation of unemployment and family medical leave provisions of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. General education on worker compensation and hazard pay issues related to COVID-19 pandemic, and the potential disconnect between state unemployment policies and the FFCRA.
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2020 · first_quarter · Q1
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. General education about the PPE and hand sanitizer availability in agriculture and food production industry. Monitoring implementation of unemployment and family medical leave provisions of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act and P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. General education on worker compensation and hazard pay issues related to COVID-19 pandemic.
The importance of maintaining current market access to Mexico, Canada, Japan, and China. General education on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Nigeria, Panama, Philippines, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, and Vietnam. Seeking to overturn retaliatory tariffs against U.S. pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. General education on how the Product of USA labeling and U.S. Beef Integrity Act would affect US pork producers. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry.
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2019 · fourth_quarter · Q4
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce.
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. General education on the regulation of foods produced using animal cell culture technology. Modernization of Swine Slaughter Inspection; RIN 0583-AD62; October 1, 2019; 84 FR 52300. H.R. 4482, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. The impacts of the propane shortages in the Midwest during corn harvesting season on the U.S. pork industry. General education about Grain Inspection Packers and Stockyards Act (GIPSA) Farmer Fair Practices rules.
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2019 · third_quarter · Q3
The importance of maintaining current market access to Mexico, Canada, Japan, and China. General education on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Nigeria, Panama, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, and Vietnam. Seeking to overturn retaliatory tariffs against U.S. pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Economic Council (NEC), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
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2019 · second_quarter · Q2
The importance of maintaining current market access to Mexico, Canada, Japan, and China. General education on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Nigeria, Panama, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, and Vietnam. Seeking to overturn retaliatory tariffs against U.S. pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2019 · first_quarter · Q1
The importance of maintaining current market access to Mexico, Canada, Japan, and China. General education on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, China, European Union, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Nigeria, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, and Vietnam. Seeking to overturn retaliatory tariffs against U.S. pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2018 · fourth_quarter · Q4
The importance of maintaining current market access to Mexico, Canada, Japan, and China. Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, China, European Union, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Nigeria, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, and Vietnam. Seeking to overturn retaliatory tariffs against U.S. pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
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2018 · third_quarter · Q3
The importance of maintaining current market access to Mexico, Canada, Korea, and China. Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Nigeria, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Seeking to overturn retaliatory tariffs against U.S. pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property.
S. 3042, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, to provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2023, and for other purposes. H.R. 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018, to provide for the reform and continuation of agricultural and other programs of the Department of Agriculture through fiscal year 2023, and for other purposes. H.R. 4760, the Securing Americas Future Act of 2018, to amend the immigration laws and the homeland security laws, and for other purposes. H.R. 4092, the AG Act, to create a non-immigrant H-2C work visa program for agricultural workers. H.R. 6417, the AG and Legal Workforce Act, to create a nonimmigrant H-2C work visa program for agricultural workers, to make mandatory and permanent requirements relating to use of an electronic employment eligibility verification system, and for other purposes. H.R. 2887, the No Regulation Without Representation Act of 2017, to regulate certain State impositions on interstate commerce. H.R. 4879, the Protect Interstate Commerce Act of 2018, to prevent States and local jurisdictions from interfering with the production and distribution of agricultural products in interstate or foreign commerce, and for other purposes. General education on the regulation of foods produced using animal cell culture technology.
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2018 · second_quarter · Q2
The importance of maintaining current market access to Mexico, Canada, Korea, Colombia, China. Generalized System Preferences (GSP) and lifting market access constraints on GSP benefiting countries. Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Nigeria, Paraguay, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Seeking to overturn retaliatory tariffs against U.S. pork caused by the enactment of the Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2018 · first_quarter · Q1
The importance of maintaining current market access to Mexico, Korea, Colombia, and Canada. The importance of maintaining relationships with the World Trade Organization and the countries involved. Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Nigeria, Paraguay, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Generalized System Preferences (GSP) and lifting market access constraints on GSP benefiting countries.
Inclusion of fully authorized funding for Market Access Program and Foreign Market Development Program in H.R.1625, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018. Inclusion of a fix to 199A tax provision in H.R.1625, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
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2017 · fourth_quarter · Q4
The importance of maintaining current market access to Mexico, Korea, Peru, and Canada. The importance of maintaining relationships with the World Trade Organization and the countries involved. Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Nigeria, Paraguay, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. General education on issues impacting livestock in the Codex Committee for Food Hygiene.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2017 · third_quarter · Q3
The importance of maintaining current market access to Mexico, Korea, Peru, Colombia, and Canada. The importance of maintaining relationships with the World Trade Organization and the countries involved. Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, and Vietnam. Encouraging the negotiation of a bilateral trade agreement with Japan.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Economic Council (NEC), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
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2017 · second_quarter · Q2
The importance of maintaining current market access to Mexico and Canada in any renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, and Vietnam. Encouraging the negotiation of a bilateral trade agreement with Japan.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2017 · first_quarter · Q1
The ongoing Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) negotiations between the United States and the European Union. Encouraging the development of the position of Under Secretary of Trade at USDA. Market access to Argentina, Australia, Myanmar, Brazil, Canada, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Inquiring on the status Mexicos classical swine fever (CSF) and the importation of swine, pork or pork products into the United States from this region, subject to restrictions specified; 9 CFR 94.32; 4 December 2013; 78 FR 72999.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2016 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Passage of the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) in 2016. The ongoing Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) negotiations between the United States and the European Union. Market access for pork in Argentina, Australia, Brazil, China, India, Vietnam, and South Africa.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2016 · third_quarter · 3A
Passage of the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) in 2016. The ongoing Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) negotiations between the United States and the European Union. Market access for pork in Argentina, India, Vietnam, and South Africa. Inquiring on the status Mexicos classical swine fever (CSF) and the importation of swine, pork or pork products into the United States from this region, subject to restrictions specified; 9 CFR 94.32; Dec. 4, 2013; 78 FR 72999.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2016 · third_quarter · Q3
Passage of the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) in 2016. The ongoing Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) negotiations between the United States and the European Union. Market access for pork in Argentina, India, Vietnam, and South Africa. Inquiring on the status Mexicos classical swine fever (CSF) and the importation of swine, pork or pork products into the United States from this region, subject to restrictions specified; 9 CFR 94.32; Dec. 4, 2013; 78 FR 72999.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2016 · first_quarter · 1A
General education on animal disease. Dietary Guidelines for Americans as they relate to pork. Implementation of Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009. General education on the re-authorization of funding for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. The Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA) upcoming proposed regulation regarding restrictions on poultry, beef and pork marketing arrangements. General education on funding for Foot and Mouth Disease vaccine bank and the PED swine health line in the 2017 agriculture appropriations bill.
Passage of the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) in 2016. The ongoing Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) negotiations between the United States and the European Union. Bilateral Sanitary and Phytosanitary Market Access Issues: Australia, Burma, Canada, Chile, China, EU, Japan, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, India. H.R. 2845, the "AGOA Enhancement Act of 2015," legislation to modernize and extend the program established under the African Growth and Opportunity Act for ten additional years. General education on Codex Alimentarius Commission Food Safety Standards.
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2016 · second_quarter · Q2
Passage of the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) in 2016. The ongoing Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) negotiations between the United States and the European Union. Market access for Pork in Argentina. Market access for Pork in India. Market access for Pork in South Africa.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2016 · first_quarter · 1A
BILATERAL/SPS MARKET ACCESS ISSUES: AUSTRALIA, BURMA, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, EU, JAPAN, KAZAKSTAN, LITHUANIA, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, PERU, THE PHILIPPINES, RUSSIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, TAIWAN, THAILAND, VIETNAM, COLOMBIA, ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, INDIA; TRICHINAE, RACTOPAMINE. TRADE AGREEMENTS: TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP, TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP, AND TRADE AND INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT (TAIWAN). OTHER: CODEX ALIMENTARIUS COMMISSION FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) TERRESTRIAL ANIMAL HEALTH CODE AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (AGOA)
Animal Disease Dietary Guidelines for Americans Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 CFTC Reauthorization PRIME Act 2017 Agriculture Appropriations GIPSA Policy and implementation of the checkoff program pursuant of the Pork Act
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2016 · first_quarter · 1A
BILATERAL/SPS MARKET ACCESS ISSUES: AUSTRALIA, BURMA, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, EU, JAPAN, KAZAKSTAN, LITHUANIA, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, PERU, THE PHILIPPINES, RUSSIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, TAIWAN, THAILAND, VIETNAM, COLOMBIA, ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, INDIA; TRICHINAE, RACTOPAMINE. TRADE AGREEMENTS: TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP, TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP, AND TRADE AND INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT (TAIWAN). OTHER: CODEX ALIMENTARIUS COMMISSION FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) TERRESTRIAL ANIMAL HEALTH CODE AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (AGOA)
Animal Disease Dietary Guidelines for Americans Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 CFTC Reauthorization PRIME Act 2017 Agriculture Appropriations GIPSA Rule THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES et al.,v.TOM VILSACK, Secretary of the United, States Department of Agriculture: Civil Action No. 1:12-cv-1582-ABJ
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2016 · first_quarter · Q1
BILATERAL/SPS MARKET ACCESS ISSUES: AUSTRALIA, BURMA, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, EU, JAPAN, KAZAKSTAN, LITHUANIA, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, PERU, THE PHILIPPINES, RUSSIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, TAIWAN, THAILAND, VIETNAM, COLOMBIA, ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, INDIA; TRICHINAE, RACTOPAMINE. TRADE AGREEMENTS: TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP, TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP, AND TRADE AND INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT (TAIWAN). OTHER: CODEX ALIMENTARIUS COMMISSION FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) TERRESTRIAL ANIMAL HEALTH CODE AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (AGOA)
Animal Disease Dietary Guidelines for Americans Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 CFTC Reauthorization PRIME Act 2017 Agriculture Appropriations GIPSA Rule THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES et al.,v.TOM VILSACK, Secretary of the United, States Department of Agriculture: Civil Action No. 1:12-cv-1582-ABJ
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2015 · second_quarter · 2A
General education on antibiotics, foreign animal disease and food safety. General education on funding for swine enteric coronavirus diseases (SECD) in the 2016 Agriculture Appropriations. H.R. 2051, the "Mandatory Price Reporting Act of 2015," legislation to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to extend the livestock mandatory price reporting requirements. S. 2917, the "Commodity End-User Relief Act," legislation to reauthorize funding for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission through 2019. General education on Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling. General education on FOIA Reform. General education on dietary guidelines for Americans.
Bilateral Sanitary and Phytosanitary Market Access Issues: Australia, Burma, Canada, Chile, China, EU, Japan, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, India. General education on Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling. General education on Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP), and Trade and Investment Framework Agreement. General education on Codex Alimentarius Commission Food Safety Standards. H.R. 1890, the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015, legislation regarding Trade Promotion Authority for expedited trade negotiations. S. 995, the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015, legislation regarding Trade Promotion Authority for expedited trade negotiations. H.R. 2845, the "AGOA Enhancement Act of 2015," legislation to modernize and extend the program established under the African Growth and Opportunity Act for ten additional years.
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2015 · first_quarter · 1A
General education on antibiotics and food safety. H.R. 2051, the "Mandatory Price Reporting Act of 2015," legislation to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to extend the livestock mandatory price reporting requirements. General education on animal disease. H.R. 3049, the "Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2016," legislation making FY2016 appropriations for the Department of Agriculture. S. 1800, the "Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2016," legislation making FY2016 appropriations for the Department of Agriculture. General education on Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling. General education on FOIA reform. S. 2917, the "Commodity End-User Relief Act," legislation to reauthorize funding for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission through 2019. General education on dietary guidelines for Americans.
Bilateral Sanitary and Phytosanitary Market Access Issues: Australia, Burma, Canada, Chile, China, EU, Japan, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, India. General Education on Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling. General education on Trans-Pacific Partnership, Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, and Trade and Investment Framework Agreement. General education on Codex Alimentarius Commission Food Safety Standards. H.R. 1890, the "Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015," legislation regarding Trade Promotion Authority for expedited trade negotiations. S. 995, the "Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015," legislation regarding Trade Promotion Authority for expedited international trade negotiations. H.R. 2845, the "AGOA Enhancement Act of 2015," legislation to modernize and extend the program established under the African Growth and Opportunity Act for ten additional years.
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2015 · third_quarter · 3A
General education on antibiotics and food safety. H.R. 2051, the "Mandatory Price Reporting Act of 2015," legislation to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to extend the livestock mandatory price reporting requirements. General education on animal disease. H.R. 3049, the "Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2016," legislation making FY2016 appropriations for the Department of Agriculture. S. 1800, the "Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2016," legislation making FY2016 appropriations for the Department of Agriculture. General education on Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling. General education on FOIA reform. Implementation of Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009. S. 2917, the "Commodity End-User Relief Act," legislation to reauthorize funding for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission through 2019. General education on dietary guidelines for Americans.
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2015 · fourth_quarter · 4A
BILATERAL/SPS MARKET ACCESS ISSUES: AUSTRALIA, BURMA, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, EU, JAPAN, KAZAKSTAN, LITHUANIA, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, PERU, THE PHILIPPINES, RUSSIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, TAIWAN, THAILAND, VIETNAM, COLOMBIA, ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, INDIA; TRICHINAE, RACTOPAMINE. MANDATORY COUNTRY OF ORIGIN LABELING (MCOOL) TRADE AGREEMENTS: TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP, TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP, AND TRADE AND INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT (TAIWAN). OTHER: CODEX ALIMENTARIUS COMMISSION FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) TERRESTRIAL ANIMAL HEALTH CODE TRADE PROMOTION AUTHORITY AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (AGOA) AGRICULTURAL ACT OF 2014. H.R.2709/S.1331 - EXTEND THE GENERALIZED SYSTEM OF PREFERENCES.
Mandatory Price Reporting Act of 2015 Animal Disease Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling repeal (MCOOL) Dietary Guidelines for Americans Public Law 114-113, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016 Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 CFTC Reauthorization
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2015 · third_quarter · 3A
BILATERAL/SPS MARKET ACCESS ISSUES: AUSTRALIA, BURMA, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, EU, JAPAN, KAZAKSTAN, LITHUANIA, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, PERU, THE PHILIPPINES, RUSSIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, TAIWAN, THAILAND, VIETNAM, COLOMBIA, ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, INDIA; TRICHINAE, RACTOPAMINE. MANDATORY COUNTRY OF ORIGIN LABELING (MCOOL) TRADE AGREEMENTS: TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP, TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP, AND TRADE AND INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT (TAIWAN). OTHER: CODEX ALIMENTARIUS COMMISSION FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) TERRESTRIAL ANIMAL HEALTH CODE TRADE PROMOTION AUTHORITY AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (AGOA) AGRICULTURAL ACT OF 2014. H.R.2709/S.1331 - EXTEND THE GENERALIZED SYSTEM OF PREFERENCES.
ANTIBIOTICS, FOOD SAFETY, FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS, MANDATORY PRICE REPORTING ACT OF 2015, GIPSA PROPOSED RULE TO IMPLEMENT LIVESTOCK REGULATIONS, ANIMAL DISEASE, 2016 AG APPROPS BILL. Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling (MCOOL) FOIA REFORM DIETARY GUIDELINES FOR AMERICANS Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 CFTC Reauthorization
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2015 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Mandatory Price Reporting Act of 2015 Animal Disease Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling repeal (MCOOL) Dietary Guidelines for Americans Public Law 114-113, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016 Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 CFTC Reauthorization
BILATERAL/SPS MARKET ACCESS ISSUES: AUSTRALIA, BURMA, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, EU, JAPAN, KAZAKSTAN, LITHUANIA, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, PERU, THE PHILIPPINES, RUSSIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, TAIWAN, THAILAND, VIETNAM, COLOMBIA, ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, INDIA; TRICHINAE, RACTOPAMINE. MANDATORY COUNTRY OF ORIGIN LABELING (MCOOL) TRADE AGREEMENTS: TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP, TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP, AND TRADE AND INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT (TAIWAN). OTHER: CODEX ALIMENTARIUS COMMISSION FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) TERRESTRIAL ANIMAL HEALTH CODE TRADE PROMOTION AUTHORITY AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (AGOA) AGRICULTURAL ACT OF 2014. H.R.2709/S.1331 - EXTEND THE GENERALIZED SYSTEM OF PREFERENCES.
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2015 · third_quarter · 3A
BILATERAL/SPS MARKET ACCESS ISSUES: AUSTRALIA, BURMA, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, EU, JAPAN, KAZAKSTAN, LITHUANIA, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, PERU, THE PHILIPPINES, RUSSIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, TAIWAN, THAILAND, VIETNAM, COLOMBIA, ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, INDIA; TRICHINAE, RACTOPAMINE. MANDATORY COUNTRY OF ORIGIN LABELING (MCOOL) TRADE AGREEMENTS: TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP, TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP, AND TRADE AND INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT (TAIWAN). OTHER: CODEX ALIMENTARIUS COMMISSION FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) TERRESTRIAL ANIMAL HEALTH CODE TRADE PROMOTION AUTHORITY AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (AGOA) AGRICULTURAL ACT OF 2014. H.R.2709/S.1331 - EXTEND THE GENERALIZED SYSTEM OF PREFERENCES.
ANTIBIOTICS, FOOD SAFETY, FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS, MANDATORY PRICE REPORTING ACT OF 2015, GIPSA PROPOSED RULE TO IMPLEMENT LIVESTOCK REGULATIONS, ANIMAL DISEASE, 2016 AG APPROPS BILL. Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling (MCOOL) FOIA REFORM DIETARY GUIDELINES FOR AMERICANS Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 CFTC Reauthorization
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2015 · third_quarter · Q3
BILATERAL/SPS MARKET ACCESS ISSUES: AUSTRALIA, BURMA, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, EU, JAPAN, KAZAKSTAN, LITHUANIA, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, PERU, THE PHILIPPINES, RUSSIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, TAIWAN, THAILAND, VIETNAM, COLOMBIA, ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, INDIA; TRICHINAE, RACTOPAMINE. MANDATORY COUNTRY OF ORIGIN LABELING (MCOOL) TRADE AGREEMENTS: TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP, TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP, AND TRADE AND INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT (TAIWAN). OTHER: CODEX ALIMENTARIUS COMMISSION FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) TERRESTRIAL ANIMAL HEALTH CODE TRADE PROMOTION AUTHORITY AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (AGOA) AGRICULTURAL ACT OF 2014. H.R.2709/S.1331 - EXTEND THE GENERALIZED SYSTEM OF PREFERENCES.
ANTIBIOTICS, FOOD SAFETY, FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS, MANDATORY PRICE REPORTING ACT OF 2015, GIPSA PROPOSED RULE TO IMPLEMENT LIVESTOCK REGULATIONS, ANIMAL DISEASE, 2016 AG APPROPS BILL. Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling (MCOOL) FOIA REFORM DIETARY GUIDELINES FOR AMERICANS Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 CFTC Reauthorization
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2015 · second_quarter · 2A
ANTIBIOTICS, FOOD SAFETY, FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS, MANDATORY PRICE REPORTING ACT OF 2015, GIPSA PROPOSED RULE TO IMPLEMENT LIVESTOCK REGULATIONS, ANIMAL DISEASE, 2016 AG APPROPS BILL. Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling (MCOOL) FOIA REFORM DIETARY GUIDELINES FOR AMERICANS Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 CFTC Reauthorization
BILATERAL/SPS MARKET ACCESS ISSUES: AUSTRALIA, BURMA, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, EU, JAPAN, KAZAKSTAN, LITHUANIA, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, PERU, THE PHILIPPINES, RUSSIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, TAIWAN, THAILAND, VIETNAM, COLOMBIA, ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, INDIA; TRICHINAE, RACTOPAMINE. MANDATORY COUNTRY OF ORIGIN LABELING (MCOOL) TRADE AGREEMENTS: TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP, TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP, AND TRADE AND INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT (TAIWAN). OTHER: CODEX ALIMENTARIUS COMMISSION FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) TERRESTRIAL ANIMAL HEALTH CODE TRADE PROMOTION AUTHORITY AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (AGOA) AGRICULTURAL ACT OF 2014. H.R.2709/S.1331 - EXTEND THE GENERALIZED SYSTEM OF PREFERENCES.
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2015 · first_quarter · 1A
BILATERAL/SPS MARKET ACCESS ISSUES: AUSTRALIA, BURMA, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, EU, JAPAN, KAZAKSTAN, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, PERU, THE PHILIPPINES, RUSSIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, TAIWAN, THAILAND, VIETNAM, COLOMBIA, ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, INDIA; TRICHINAE, RACTOPAMINE. MANDATORY COUNTRY OF ORIGIN LABELING (MCOOL) TRADE AGREEMENTS: TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP, TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP, AND TRADE AND INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT (TAIWAN). OTHER: CODEX ALIMENTARIUS COMMISSION FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) TERRESTRIAL ANIMAL HEALTH CODE TRADE PROMOTION AUTHORITY AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (AGOA) AGRICULTURAL ACT OF 2014. H.R.2709/S.1331 - EXTEND THE GENERALIZED SYSTEM OF PREFERENCES.
ANTIBIOTICS, FOOD SAFETY, FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS, MANDATORY PRICE REPORTING ACT OF 2015, GIPSA PROPOSED RULE TO IMPLEMENT LIVESTOCK REGULATIONS, ANIMAL DISEASE, 2015 FARM BILL, 2015 AG APPROPS BILL. Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling (MCOOL) FOIA REFORM Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus (PEDV) DIETARY GUIDELINES FOR AMERICANS 2014 TAX REFORM ACT USER FEES ACT PDUFA/GDUFA Transportation of Horses Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 CFTC Reauthorization
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2015 · second_quarter · Q2
BILATERAL/SPS MARKET ACCESS ISSUES: AUSTRALIA, BURMA, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, EU, JAPAN, KAZAKSTAN, LITHUANIA, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, PERU, THE PHILIPPINES, RUSSIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, TAIWAN, THAILAND, VIETNAM, COLOMBIA, ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, INDIA; TRICHINAE, RACTOPAMINE. MANDATORY COUNTRY OF ORIGIN LABELING (MCOOL) TRADE AGREEMENTS: TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP, TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP, AND TRADE AND INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT (TAIWAN). OTHER: CODEX ALIMENTARIUS COMMISSION FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) TERRESTRIAL ANIMAL HEALTH CODE TRADE PROMOTION AUTHORITY AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (AGOA) AGRICULTURAL ACT OF 2014. H.R.2709/S.1331 - EXTEND THE GENERALIZED SYSTEM OF PREFERENCES.
ANTIBIOTICS, FOOD SAFETY, FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS, MANDATORY PRICE REPORTING ACT OF 2015, GIPSA PROPOSED RULE TO IMPLEMENT LIVESTOCK REGULATIONS, ANIMAL DISEASE, 2016 AG APPROPS BILL. Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling (MCOOL) FOIA REFORM DIETARY GUIDELINES FOR AMERICANS Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 CFTC Reauthorization
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2015 · first_quarter · Q1
ANTIBIOTICS, FOOD SAFETY, FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS, MANDATORY PRICE REPORTING ACT OF 2015, GIPSA PROPOSED RULE TO IMPLEMENT LIVESTOCK REGULATIONS, ANIMAL DISEASE, 2015 FARM BILL, 2015 AG APPROPS BILL. Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling (MCOOL) FOIA REFORM Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus (PEDV) DIETARY GUIDELINES FOR AMERICANS 2014 TAX REFORM ACT USER FEES ACT PDUFA/GDUFA Transportation of Horses Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 CFTC Reauthorization
BILATERAL/SPS MARKET ACCESS ISSUES: AUSTRALIA, BURMA, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, EU, JAPAN, KAZAKSTAN, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, PERU, THE PHILIPPINES, RUSSIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, TAIWAN, THAILAND, VIETNAM, COLOMBIA, ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, INDIA; TRICHINAE, RACTOPAMINE. MANDATORY COUNTRY OF ORIGIN LABELING (MCOOL) TRADE AGREEMENTS: TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP, TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP, AND TRADE AND INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT (TAIWAN). OTHER: CODEX ALIMENTARIUS COMMISSION FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS WORLD ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH (OIE) TERRESTRIAL ANIMAL HEALTH CODE TRADE PROMOTION AUTHORITY AFRICAN GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (AGOA) AGRICULTURAL ACT OF 2014. H.R.2709/S.1331 - EXTEND THE GENERALIZED SYSTEM OF PREFERENCES.
Monitor policy discussion on agricultural labor, including reforms to the H2A program, and educate members on its impact to the pork industry. Impact on the elimination of the categorical humanitarian parole programs for individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV) to U.S. pork producers.
Monitor international trade proposals and their impact on U.S. pork production. Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Colombia, China, Ecuador, EU, Kenya, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Panama, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, United Kingdom, Peru, Chile, Costa Rica, Japan, Switzerland. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products with U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Impact to U.S. pork exports by the enactment Section 301 Investigation of Chinas Targeting of the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance. Education and General Engagement on the Mexican Tomato Suspension Agreement.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Monitor international trade proposals and their impact on U.S. pork production. Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, EU, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Panama, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, United Kingdom. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products with U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Impact to U.S. pork exports by the enactment Section 301 Investigation of Chinas Targeting of the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, EU, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Panama, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, United Kingdom. Encourage resolution to U.S. pork market access issues through the U.S. - Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade initiative. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. General education on the impacts of a port strike and encourage resolution.
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886. H.R.10445 - Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025.
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce and the need for H-2A visa reform. General education on the use of agricultural TN and J-1 visas in the U.S. pork industry.
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce and the need for H-2A visa reform. General education on the use of agricultural TN and J-1 visas in the U.S. pork industry.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Maritime Commission, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. H.R. 5631/S.2890 - Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, all provisions. S.557/H.R.1249 - Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2023, all provisions. H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Also provisions reauthorizing FDA Animal Drug User Fees. H.R. 5106 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to publish criteria for the review of requests by certain meat or poultry establishments to operate at alternate inspection rates, to review and respond to such requests, and for other purposes. H.R. 7024 - Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. African swine fever prevention. Fair and Comprehensive Poultry and Livestock Markets, 89 FR 53886.
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce and the need for H-2A visa reform. General education on the use of agricultural TN and J-1 visas in the U.S. pork industry.
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce and the need for H-2A visa reform. General education on the use of agricultural TN and J-1 visas in the U.S. pork industry.
Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, EU, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Panama, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, United Kingdom. Encourage resolution to U.S. pork market access issues through the U.S. - Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade initiative. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. General education on the impacts of a port strike and encourage resolution.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Maritime Commission, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce and the need for H-2A visa reform. General education on the use of agricultural TN and J-1 visas in the U.S. pork industry.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. S.4690/H.R.9027 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023. Oversight urging the FDA to conduct an evidentiary hearing as governed by 21 U.S.C 360(e)(1)(B) and 21 C.F.R. Part 12 before removing any approved drug from the market.
Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Encouraging U.S. to include market access into Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. Encourage resolution to U.S. pork market access issues through the U.S. - Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade initiative. Seeking to resolve U.S. pork market access issues through the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Market access into Indo-Pacific Economic Framework.
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce and the need for H-2A visa reform. General education on the use of agricultural TN and J-1 visas in the U.S. pork industry.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. S.2019/H.R. 4417 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023.
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce and the need for H-2A visa reform. General education on the use of agricultural TN and J-1 visas in the U.S. pork industry.
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce and the need for H-2A visa reform. General education on the use of agricultural TN and J-1 visas in the U.S. pork industry.
Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Encouraging U.S. to include market access into Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. Encourage resolution to U.S. pork market access issues through the U.S. - Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade initiative. Seeking to resolve U.S. pork market access issues through the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Encouraging U.S. to include market access into Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. Encourage resolution to U.S. pork market access issues through the U.S. - Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade initiative. Seeking to resolve U.S. pork market access issues through the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. General engagement on Codex Alimentarius. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries.
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on COVID pandemic related Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. Exploring the Potential for a Public-Private Partnership to Support the Tracking and Monitoring of Antimicrobial Use in Food-Producing Animals (FDA Docket Number FDA-2022-N-0824). Monitor implementation of H.R.2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Request for Information; Identifying Ambiguities, Gaps, Inefficiencies, and Uncertainties in the Coordinated Framework for the Regulation of Biotechnology, 87 FR 77900. H.R. 4417 - To prevent States and local jurisdictions from interfering with the production and distribution of agricultural products in interstate commerce, and for other purposes. S.2019 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. U.S. Food and Drug Administration Draft Guidance for Industry #187, Regulation of Intentionally Altered Genomic DNA in Animals, to address animals with intentionally altered genomic DNA developed through use of genome editing technologies, as well as techniques such as rDNA in genetic engineering. Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering; RIN 0579-AE60; December 28, 2020; 85 CFR 84269. General education regarding the global spread of African Swine Fever and its possible ramifications to the U.S. pork industry, including the potential impact of imported dogs from ASF positive countries. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. General education on the ASF outbreak on the island of Hispaniola and the need to ensure that USDA and CBP have sufficient resources to keep ASF out of Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland. General education on COVID pandemic related Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the need for additional Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. Exploring the Potential for a Public-Private Partnership to Support the Tracking and Monitoring of Antimicrobial Use in Food-Producing Animals (FDA Docket Number FDA-2022-N-0824). Monitor implementation of H.R.2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Request for Information; Identifying Ambiguities, Gaps, Inefficiencies, and Uncertainties in the Coordinated Framework for the Regulation of Biotechnology, 87 FR 77900. H.R. 4417 - To prevent States and local jurisdictions from interfering with the production and distribution of agricultural products in interstate commerce, and for other purposes. S.2019 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. S.1844/H.R. 1418 - Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2023.
Lifting market access restrictions to Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Encouraging U.S. to include market access into Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. Encourage resolution to U.S. pork market access issues through the U.S. - Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade initiative. Seeking to resolve U.S. pork market access issues through the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. General engagement on Codex Alimentarius. Impact of California Proposition 12, Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (2018), on the pork industry and trade. General engagement on the General System of Preferences (GSP) and encouraging the lifting of market access constraints in GSP benefiting countries.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S. 949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." Monitor progress of H.R. 4103 / S. 2036, "To amend the Packers and Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters, and for other purposes." General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." General education on agricultural infrastructure priorities. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. Monitor implementation of H.R.5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. General education on the need for Livestock Gross Margin reform. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Monitor implementation of H.R.2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. H.R. 243 - Emergency and Disaster Preparedness for Farm Animals Act, all provisions. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress of S.949, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." Monitor progress of H.R. 4103 / S.2036, "To amend the Packers and Stockyards Act, 1921, to establish the Office of the Special Investigator for Competition Matters, and for other purposes." General engagement on USDA's expected future regulation on Packers & Stockyards Act requirements. General education on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) and the impact of the recent court ruling striking down the line speed provisions of the rule. Advocating for USDA to quickly implement its Time Limited Trial of higher line speeds in NSIS plants. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor progress of H.R. 1977, "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income interest received on certain loans secured by agricultural real property." General education on agricultural infrastructure priorities. Seeking additional funding for National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Vaccine and Countermeasures Bank, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and National Veterinary Stockpile. S.759/H.R. 1480 - Beagle Brigade Act of 2023, all provisions. Monitor implementation of H.R. 5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. General education on the need for Livestock Gross Margin reform. General education about animal health priorities in future Farm Bills. Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments, 87 FR 34980. Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act, 87 FR 60010. Monitor implementation of H.R. 2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. H.R. 4417 - To prevent States and local jurisdictions from interfering with the production and distribution of agricultural products in interstate commerce, and for other purposes. S.2019 - Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act. H.Res.588 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that research and promotion boards support efforts to develop new markets and strengthen existing markets for specific commodities while conducting important research and promotional activities via pooled resources and stakeholder investments. S.1666/H.R. 3419 - Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2023. H.R. 4368/S.2131 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Encouraging U.S. to enter into the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Monitor implementation of the P.L. 117-146, the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022. Encouraging U.S. to include market access into Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. Encourage resolution to U.S. pork market access issues through the U.S. - Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade initiative. S. 629 - UNITED Act, all provisions. Seeking to resolve U.S. pork market access issues through the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity. Seeking to resolve ongoing U.S. agricultural issues through the African Growth Opportunities Act (AGOA). General engagement on World Trade Organization (WTO) reform. Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products With U.S.-Origin Claims, 88 FR 15290. General engagement on Codex Alimentarius.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Encouraging U.S. to enter into the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Engagement on finding a resolution to the shipping delays on the West Coast, which impact U.S. pork producers. Monitor implementation of the P.L. 117-146, the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022. Encouraging U.S. to include market access into Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. Encourage resolution to U.S. pork market access issues through the U.S. - Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade initiative.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Encouraging U.S. to enter into the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Engagement on finding a resolution to the shipping delays on the West Coast, which impact U.S. pork producers. Monitor implementation of the P.L. 117-146, the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Encouraging U.S. to enter into the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Engagement on finding a resolution to the shipping delays on the West Coast, which impact U.S. pork producers. Support for the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021 (H.R. 4996).
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
General education on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Vietnamese currency manipulation. Encouraging U.S. to enter into the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Engagement on finding a resolution to the shipping delays on the West Coast, which impact U.S. pork producers. Support for the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021 (H.R. 4996).
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
General education on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Vietnamese currency manipulation. Encouraging U.S. to enter into the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Engagement on finding a resolution to the shipping delays on the West Coast, which impact U.S. pork producers.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
General education on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, Colombia, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. Seeking to overturn trade tariffs against US pork caused by the enactment Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Vietnamese currency manipulation. Encouraging U.S. to enter into the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Engagement on finding a resolution to the shipping delays on the West Coast, which impact U.S. pork producers. General education on export issues U.S. pork producers are facing with shipping containers.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress on S.3693, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program and H.R. 2859, the "PRIME Act" and their impacts on the US pork industry. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education on COVID pandemic related Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the projected shortfall in funding for Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. S.4156, the "Responding to Epidemic Losses and Investing in the Economic Futures (RELIEF) for Producers Act of 2020," all provisions. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-123, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. H.R. 6800, the Heroes Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. H.R. 925, the Heroes Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), 85 FR 30825. Second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP2), 85 FR 59380. P.L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Economic Council (NEC), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. General education on the use of agricultural TN and J-1 visas in the U.S. pork industry and the necessity of continuing to process these visas for agricultural jobs.
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress on S.3693, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program and H.R. 2859, the "PRIME Act" and their impacts on the US pork industry. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education on COVID pandemic related Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the projected shortfall in funding for Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. S.4156, the "Responding to Epidemic Losses and Investing in the Economic Futures (RELIEF) for Producers Act of 2020," all provisions. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-123, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. H.R. 6800, the Heroes Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. H.R. 925, the Heroes Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), 85 FR 30825. Second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP2), 85 FR 59380.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
General education on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Indonesia, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Seeking to overturn retaliatory tariffs against U.S. pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property. General education on how the Product of USA labeling and S.2744, the "U.S. Beef Integrity Act" would affect US pork producers. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. Seeking to prevent closure of USDA APHIS international offices. General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program and H.R. 2859, the "PRIME Act" and their impacts on the US pork industry.
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. Monitor progress on S.3693, "A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to foster efficient markets and increase competition and transparency among packers that purchase livestock from producers." General education on USDA FSIS Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) Program and H.R. 2859, the "PRIME Act" and their impacts on the US pork industry. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. General education on the regulation of foods produced using animal cell culture technology. Modernization of Swine Slaughter Inspection; RIN 0583-AD62; October 1, 2019; 84 FR 52300. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. General education on COVID pandemic related Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) user fee reductions and the projected shortfall in funding for Customs and Border Protection agricultural inspectors. The impacts of the CO2 shortages in the Midwest on the U.S. pork industry. General education about Grain Inspection Packers and Stockyards Act (GIPSA) Farmer Fair Practices rules. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. S.4156, the "Responding to Epidemic Losses and Investing in the Economic Futures (RELIEF) for Producers Act of 2020," all provisions. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-123, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. Monitor implementation of P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce.
Monitor implementation of P.L. 115-334, the Agriculture Act of 2018. Monitor progress of Livestock Mandatory Reporting Reauthorization. General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce. General education on the regulation of foods produced using animal cell culture technology. Modernization of Swine Slaughter Inspection; RIN 0583-AD62; October 1, 2019; 84 FR 52300. P.L. 116-122, Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act of 2019, all provisions. The impacts of the CO2 shortages in the Midwest on the U.S. pork industry. General education about Grain Inspection Packers and Stockyards Act (GIPSA) Farmer Fair Practices rules. General education about the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. pork industry. P.L. 116-123, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. P.L. 116-127, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production. P.L. 116-136, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provisions related to agriculture, farms, and food production.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
General education on the importance of immigrant labor for the agriculture industry workforce.
The importance of maintaining current market access to Mexico, Canada, Japan, and China. General education on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Lifting market access restrictions to Australia, Brazil, China, Ecuador, European Union, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Nigeria, Panama, Philippines, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, and Vietnam. Seeking to overturn retaliatory tariffs against U.S. pork caused by the enactment of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 on steel and aluminum and Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on Chinese intellectual property.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Economic Council (NEC), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Economic Council (NEC), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Bilateral Sanitary and Phytosanitary Market Access Issues: Australia, Burma, Canada, Chile, China, EU, Japan, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, India. General Education on Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling. General education on Trans-Pacific Partnership, Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, and Trade and Investment Framework Agreement. General education on Codex Alimentarius Commission Food Safety Standards. H.R. 1890, the "Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015," legislation regarding Trade Promotion Authority for expedited trade negotiations. S. 995, the "Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015," legislation regarding Trade Promotion Authority for expedited international trade negotiations. H.R. 2845, the "AGOA Enhancement Act of 2015," legislation to modernize and extend the program established under the African Growth and Opportunity Act for ten additional years.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)