On the recordJune 20, 2012
Mr. President, the farms, ranches, and forests of the United States are impacted by a complex and rapidly evolving web of international, Federal, State, and local laws. The vast agricultural community of the United States--including farmers, ranchers, foresters, attorneys, policymakers and extension personnel--needs access to agricultural and food law research and information provided by an objective, scholarly, and neutral source. This amendment encourages the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the National Agricultural Library, to get the information out by entering into partnerships with institutions of higher education that have expertise in this area. The amendment does not authorize a new program or increase the authorization for the National Agricultural Library. Again, CBO says it has no cost. I urge a voice vote in the affirmative. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Michigan.
