Governor Pritzker of Illinois announces the iFab Tech Hub's efforts to secure investments for the state, focusing on biomanufacturing and precision fermentation. Representative Feenstra introduces legislation to lower crop insurance costs for IA04 farmers and prevent China from buying farmland. Various lawmakers engage with agricultural organizations and discuss initiatives to support farmers and veterans across different states.
Honored to welcome many Alaska veterans to D.C. for the VSOs’ Hill Week. I asked @SVACGOP witnesses if they’re getting the word out to #CampLejeune Marines & their families on caps preventing law firms from charging exorbitant fees in these water contamination cases. https://t.co/KlNZjcPtHZ
I had an exciting conversation with @nutrienltd on how we can advance climate-smart agriculture in Central and Southern Illinois! Looking forward to collaborating in the future on behalf of our hardworking family farmers! 🚜 https://t.co/pBZA15qDij
The Veterans of Foreign Wars are tireless advocates for veterans in Arkansas and across the U.S. I enjoyed meeting with them and hearing about their priorities. https://t.co/hO2OFFBsym
I recently met with Feeding Kentucky to talk about child nutrition programs and how we can continue to help constituents back home. https://t.co/RMFx5tB9Cy
We appreciate Matt Krall in @RepBarryMoore's office for taking the time to speak with our radio and TV members on issues important to local broadcasters! #wearebroadcasters https://t.co/JrnJCcmfZY
It’s always great to visit with @ArkBroadcast members. Local radio and television stations bring communities together and provide vital information we all rely on. I’m pleased to support policies that strengthen their industry. #ARinDC https://t.co/gZCO2kEgjm
I met with the Indiana Broadcasters Association yesterday to talk about how Congress can continue to support radio and television broadcasters and help keep Hoosiers connected throughout our state. https://t.co/eUyLfD7mgB
Thank you @CarrollwoodDay for visiting me today. I always enjoy seeing students in our nation's capital who are interested in how our government works. Bright students like yourselves are the future of our country—maybe one day one of you will run for public office! https://t.co/IGo7FO1wCn
Started my day by catching up with the Pioneer Equipment Dealers Association Board of Directors. We discussed the issues facing their approx. 350 members throughout MN, ND, & SD, including the importance of workforce development & immigration reform. https://t.co/LhZChLtsyh
I had a great conversation with @MattBreenKTIV4, @BridgetKTIV4, Todd Steinkamp, and Bernie Merrill who are part of the Iowa Broadcasters Association. Local news matters to our families and communities in #IA04, and I appreciate all that they do to keep Iowans informed. https://t.co/XB0YbvWvrB
It’s always a pleasure to visit with @ArFB! I’m proud to work together to advocate for Arkansas’ farmers, ranchers, and producers. https://t.co/0K5PTfjCJG
I am deeply honored to receive the Legislator of the Year award from @AgRetailers Association. Since my first day in Congress, I've been committed to helping our farmers so they can continue doing what they do best - Keep feeding America! https://t.co/ngypqBKH5W
It was a pleasure to meet with members of the Iowa VFW to discuss veteran mental health and their legislative priorities for the upcoming year. https://t.co/bF0iTqIHAr
I never pass up a chance to welcome students from #MA3 to the U.S. Capitol! This morning, I met with an amazing group from the @FennSchool in Concord. Our future is bright with the next generation of leaders! https://t.co/hl38nI79Ho
Yesterday, I met with representatives from the Agricultural Retailers Association and discussed transportation and supply chain issues, the Farm Bill, and Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). https://t.co/cU71GRmzfu
I welcomed AR School Nutrition Association leaders to my office to discuss strengthening meal programs for our kids. We’re grateful for all their efforts and I'm proud to work w/ them to champion policies that improve Natural State students’ access to nutritious food. #ARinDC https://t.co/oKZaaGyXyb
New Colead Alert: @RepJoshG has joined Congressman Bacon in working to keep American farmland out of the hands of China. https://t.co/TSo89MQQC7
New Colead Alert: @RepLCD has joined Congressman Bacon in working to keep American farmland out of the hands of China. https://t.co/MXzx4LKa5p
It was great to see Christopher, one of my hunting companions, make the trip from Lewistown today to advocate for our veterans with the @WWP. I enjoyed our discussion about what Congress could do to ensure our nation's heroes receive the health care and resources they deserve! https://t.co/jIoN4kXgCR
I enjoyed meeting with the NY Broadcasters. A productive discussion about pending legislation to help preserve freedom of the press and support local journalism. Our local press plays an important role in civic discourse - I have and will continue to have an open door with them. https://t.co/uvYKTeUN3b
Met with @VFWDeptWA & local veterans to discuss how we can work together to ensure WA vets & their families are receiving the benefits they've earned. https://t.co/28eFwUkbrY
Wrapped up a busy day of meetings with the @TexasFarmBureau – I always have time for Texas farmers and ranchers! Thank you for discussing ways to support Texas agriculture in the upcoming Farm Bill reauthorization with me. https://t.co/bgCtrHTUDv
Great meeting with the team of @AgRetailers today to discuss the upcoming Farm Bill. As a member of the Agriculture Committee, I’m fighting to deliver for Iowa’s farmers, agribusinesses, and rural communities! https://t.co/sgVHumM5Tr
Today I met with Emily Malone, the Child Nutrition Director for Prior Lake Savage Area Schools, in my DC office to discuss how we can work together to improve child nutrition programs in Minnesota & ensure all our students have access to healthy foods. Thanks for stopping by! https://t.co/q67TYu8Mui
It’s always good to visit with and thank members of the Natural State ag community. They do a tremendous job and we’re working to ensure they have all the tools and support necessary to keep at it. https://t.co/AIYrFjtEgy
Thanks to @johnboozman for meeting with ArFB county leaders during their trip to DC. The group met with the senator to discuss the farm bill among other issues affecting Arkansas agriculture. #AgInAction https://t.co/CNjKMNylJp
I enjoyed meeting with members of the Agricultural Retailers Association, including @HelenaAgri Enterprises General Manager, Sean McCarty, from Shelby County. Thank you for advocating for America’s farmers here in Washington. https://t.co/LRoSMpoB2P
Enjoyed meeting with my good friend Jimmy Parnell, President and CEO of @AlfaFarmers. Alabamians deserve a strong farm bill, and as AL’s voice on @SenateAgGOP, I will ensure our farmers, foresters, and producers have their voices heard. https://t.co/3GEtioLSHN
I met with school representatives to discuss the importance of school breakfast and lunch programs for students across our district and the Commonwealth. https://t.co/lD04gvDcrE
I had a fantastic meeting with the folks from @ILBroadcasting, including President & CEO Dennis Lyle today! Thanks for coming out to discuss the importance of local media to our communities! 🎙️📺 https://t.co/E2UMElRMdB
Today I sat down with the new @ILFarmBureau President, Brian Duncan, to discuss how Washington can best support Illinois farmers and farm production. I’ll continue to advocate for our state’s farmers as a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee. https://t.co/zCcIEyWKi6
During a recent stop on my #FeenstraAgricultureTour, I had the opportunity to address roughly 250 hog farmers in Storm Lake. I’ve made it a point to bring the voice of Iowans to Congress so that we can transform their ideas into meaningful policies. #IA04 https://t.co/7TbwU4BsT7
I met with Kentuckians with the COPD Foundation to discuss what I’m doing as @housecommerce Health Chair to provide easier access to high-quality, affordable health care for patients across the Commonwealth, especially those living in rural communities. https://t.co/51Jxgj09bJ
Many Montana veterans come home and operate small businesses, farms, and ranches across the state – creating jobs and making our state stronger. It was great to visit with Jim of Double J Fencing in Victor and highlight his business as part of Invest in Veterans week. https://t.co/1cJOFJ82GB
Great to visit with @ILFarmBureau President and Ogle County farmer Brian Duncan today. We had a good discussion about Farm Bill priorities and market access challenges for our agricultural producers. I am grateful Brian’s leadership and advocacy on behalf of Illinois farmers. https://t.co/pIKAoRzYNa
Today, one of my regional directors — Jim — attended a farmer roundtable hosted by @IowaSoybeans and @Cargill in Fort Dodge. Serving on @HouseAgGOP and @WaysandMeansGOP, I’m working to pass a strong Farm Bill for #IA04, open new export markets, and strengthen crop insurance. https://t.co/GKmAuy8wAd
It was great meeting with the Agricultural Retailers Association in D.C. today! Delaware is an agricultural powerhouse, and the @AgRetailers has long provided farmers across our state and our country with the products and services needed to thrive. https://t.co/hwLM4WmQHw
Yesterday, I had yet another meeting with my Congressional Youth Cabinet, young Floridians who I engage with on matters that come before Congress. Their feedback and engagement always leaves me hopeful for our community and our nation. https://t.co/J3Cldyw7lL
Talking AgTech policy @UIResearchPark with @ADMupdates, @ACESIllinois, @RepNikkiB team. Decarbonization in Central IL with regenerative farming, carbon sequestration at fermentation manufacturing plants for zero carbon impact, precision agriculture. #agtech24 https://t.co/aqqgJSd2uB
The iFAB @US_EDA Tech Hub celebration continues at the @UIResearchPark AgTech Summit, panel presentations on bioprocessing, precision fermentation, new opportunities in Biomanufacturing with agriculture inputs in Central, IL. #agtech24 https://t.co/fuVNa3Arog
Honored to join the #GotYour6 Summit with @bwforg and @UnitedWayBC. As @AppropsDems ranking member on Military Construction Veterans Affairs subcom., I do all I can to help our veterans, from ensuring they receive PACT Act care they earned to expanding women's VA health services. https://t.co/sW5kkTw6Ye
I’m glad that my Legislative Correspondent — Geo — could lead a tour of the Capitol today for students, teachers, and chaperones from Harris-Lake Park High School. It’s so important that the next generation understands our form of government and gets involved in democracy! #IA04 https://t.co/qaHRYZT1FC
Talking digital agriculture @UIResearchPark 2024 AgTech Summit! @Kidwell_IL leads chat with @SamEathington ag leaders and @ACESIllinois alumni. Make sure you’re solving real problems that improve economics, ease of work, sustainability for soil. Remember Farmers love farming. https://t.co/yUbu2jJTWz
On my #36CountyTour, Iowans repeatedly tell me that they’re worried that China is buying our farmland. So am I. That’s why I introduced legislation — which passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 407 to 26 — to BAN China from buying American farmland. #IA04
The promise of American manufacturing is alive & well in central Illinois! Proud to join @GovPritzker, @RepNikkiB, @UofIllinois Chancellor Robert Jones & DCEO Director @ohheykr to celebrate a $680 million investment in the IL Fermentation and Agriculture Biomfg (iFAB) Tech Hub. https://t.co/LHeDuHh6O9
Joining veterans, business owners, and advocates, we kicked off Invest in Veterans week today at 1889 Coffee House – a veteran-owned business here in Helena. Great to discuss increasing support and opportunity for our Montana veterans and their families https://t.co/t46zvrt5n6
Meeting with local students is always a highlight for me as the Representative for #OH5. This morning, I met with students from Napoleon High School who just recently started their U.S. Congress curriculum. They asked thoughtful questions, and I could see their genuine interest… https://t.co/4RhpXSvHze
Thank you to Washington Middle School for giving me the opportunity to speak with students about my work in Congress. It’s always great to see young folks express an interest in civic engagement. https://t.co/qmQGHouHPP
I recently spoke with the folks at the Oregon Farm Service Agency about bipartisan solutions that will provide our growers and producers in #OR06 with the tools and resources they need to be successful. https://t.co/LUnQEhKpmx
My Crop Insurance for Future Farmers Act will lower the cost of crop insurance for the next generation of #IA04 farmers while keeping China away from our farmland!
On to Round #2, Illinois. The iFab Tech Hub is already hard at work securing investments for our state. Central IL will become a global leader in biomanufacturing and precision fermentation over the next decade — bringing economic development and good-paying jobs along with it. https://t.co/YS1Fw2ewxL