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Outdoor recreation was growing faster than the economy as a whole.

Rural economies and the outdoor recreation economy are intertwined.

There is no greater opportunity for sustainable rural development than through embracing the outdoors.

Credit unions are eager to be that partner, but archaic charter and field of membership restrictions prevent most from expanding more broadly to help those who are most in need.

One of the most important things that Congress could do is empower rural communities through financial inclusion.

The challenges facing our food supply and society demand an improved regulatory approach.

We look forward to working with the Committee to identify policies and opportunities to help further strengthen both.

As Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, I stand ready to work together with you, as a partner, in bringing this very much needed financial help to our merchandisers of U.S. cotton.

I helped sponsor the Centers for Excellence in the 2018 Farm Bill.

I have to note that our 1890 land-grant institutions play an important role to contribute to research and extension and teaching in food and agricultural sciences.

Mr. Secretary, without action, this situation will only get worse.

So, hopefully by the end of April then?

I think they are talking about shortages in labor at the manufacturers as well as trucking shortages and other things.

Mr. Chairman, my time has expired.

I hope you and USDA will stay on the Department of Transportation and the Department of Labor, making sure they understand that when we have to have these crop protection products in the field, putting it on 2 or 3 weeks late doesn't work.

The integrity of our election system is of critical importance. I mean, we all agree on that.

The Democrats in Congress are seeking to commandeer the State redistricting processes to enrich themselves politically.

Every single Republican that I know wants every eligible voter to participate in our elections.