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Tom Vilsack

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Tom Vilsack is an American politician and attorney who has served as the United States Secretary of Agriculture since March 2021. He previously held the same position from January 2009 to January 2017 under President Barack Obama. Vilsack's tenure has focused on issues such as food security, rural development, and agricultural sustainability. He has been a prominent advocate for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and has emphasized the importance of supporting farmers and rural communities.

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Mar 25, 2014

We hope to be able to allow folks to make application for assistance by April 15.

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Mar 25, 2014

What we hope to be able to do is allow folks to make application for assistance by April 15.

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Mar 25, 2014

We're going to use that time to take, basically, take a look at where the work is.

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Feb 5, 2014

Secretary Vilsack has been very robust on his cost-savings measures which he has reported as $1.2 billion in tax dollars saved by the department.

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Nov 19, 2013

it is important that [the Southeast Arizona Land Exchange] engage in a process of formal tribal consultation to ensure both tribal participation and the protection of this site.

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Nov 19, 2013

U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has acknowledged the Oak Flat area as a 'special place' that should be protected from harm 'for future generations.'

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May 8, 2013

I believe this budget basically lays a strong foundation for doing that.

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May 8, 2013

When I became Secretary, I asked if I could send an e-mail to all of our employees. I was told I couldn't do that.

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May 8, 2013

The resilience of American farmers and ranchers has helped to support 1-in-12 U.S. jobs.

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May 8, 2013

I think we're finally going to see the results of MIDAS.

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May 8, 2013

My view of this is that we need a consistent definition.

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May 8, 2013

Net farm income remains strong, and the farm debt-to-asset ratio is at a record low today.

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