Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on House Passage of the Farm Bill

WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act.

"This legislation delivers the certainty Wisconsin farmers have been asking for. For too long, our producers have been expected to feed America while operating under outdated, short-term program extensions. A five-year farm bill gives rural communities the stability needed to plan, invest, and keep their operations strong for generations to come.

"In America's Dairyland, this bill makes meaningful improvements by promoting transparency in milk pricing and updating critical safety nets. These reforms will ensure farmers are paid fairly and can better navigate swings in the market. This stability does not just support farmers. It protects the entire dairy supply chain and the rural communities who depend on it.

"This bill also supports Wisconsin's broader agricultural economy by expanding access to credit, investing in conservation for working lands, and promoting American products in global markets. It includes commonsense provisions I have supported, like strengthening training opportunities for veterans entering agriculture and improving pricing systems for dairy producers.

"At its core, this bill is about supporting America's farmers who are the backbone of this country. It prioritizes our economic security, food security, and national security."

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