Bobby Rush: “Unfortunately, Mr. Chairman, it seems that every time we have a hearing on pipeline safety, we do so with a backdrop of…”

I urge the members of this Select Committee to co-sponsor this important legislation and hope to see it passed before the end of the 117th Congress.

It's imperative we safeguard both these program titles for our national security and the economic viability of U.S. farmers and ranchers.

What specific policies would you recommend to combat the historic and current discrimination too often faced by Black and Brown farmers in your respective industries?

Discrimination and prejudice absolutely should not be tolerated in any government program, any organization, or any individual.