the bill represented a significant step backward because it would not adequately protect the health of Iowans, and it would set a standard so lenient it would undermine the credibility of the CAFO industry.
Vilsack vetoed a bill on air emission standards for CAFOs, citing health concerns.
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It would mean 6,600 farmers wouldn't get the credit they need to continue farming operations.
States know who the recipients are because they administer the SNAP Program, and they also know where the jobs are.
If you raise the minimum wage, you would reduce the SNAP population by a significant amount.
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