The proposed language would require USDA to measure the cost of the Thrifty Food Plan in Puerto Rico.
The amount of funding tied to NAP has proven to be insufficient, especially in the aftermath of both hurricanes.
The hurricanes in 2017 revealed the many challenges tied to NAP, starting with the remarkable difference in the benefits...
I truly hope the Secretary will reconsider this proposal and keep NIFA and ERS in the area where I think they can do a b...
one of the problems with the Senate bill that I hope that we can fix in conference or prior to the time they bring it to...
I am in agreement with my colleague, Jose Serrano, who is a very strong advocate for the territories getting equitable t...
It becomes clear that we need to improve the Nutrition Assistance Program on the island.
I do represent them in Congress, so I want to thank you, Chairman Bishop and Ranking Member Fortenberry, for actually al...
We just had the longest shutdown in history during which food inspectors were working without pay.
I would also like to commend the Secretary for his commitment to ensure that no ERS or NIFA employee will be involuntari...
I am glad to see that you will devote some of your 2019 resources to that issue.