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CBC Chair Marcia L. Fudge Appointed as Leader's Representative on the Farm Bill by Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi
Washington, DC,
October 12, 2013
Today, Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi appointed Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chair Marcia L.Fudge (OH-11) to serve as Leader's Representative on the conference committee for the 2013 Farm Bill.
Today, Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi appointed Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chair Marcia L.Fudge (OH-11) to serve as Leader’s Representative on the conference committee for the 2013 Farm Bill. Congresswoman Fudge is Ranking Member of the Agriculture Subcommittee on Department Operations, Oversight and Nutrition and released the following statement on her appointment: “I am pleased that the House voted to move this process forward, and that Democratic Leader Pelosi views my input on the Farm Bill as valuable. Going to conference on this important legislation is long overdue. While there have been several dividing issues affecting the Farm Bill, I look forward to working with my colleagues in both the House and Senate to find a solution. I hope the result is a comprehensive Farm Bill that provides certainty for U.S. farmers, ranchers, consumers and nutrition program providers.” Click here to view the announcement from the Democratic Leader’s office. ### |
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