Susan Collins: “I am here to speak about the fiscal year `24 Agriculture Appropriations bill, specifically how this legislation supports…”

“I am here to speak about the fiscal year `24 Agriculture Appropriations bill, specifically how this legislation supports American farmers and ranchers by slashing regulations and reducing spending back to prepandemic levels. Georgia is the top poultry producer in the Nation. Our poultry industry generates an economic impact of $28 billion for our State. This bill eliminates harmful regulations that unnecessarily dictate how to raise and market livestock which negatively impact Georgia producers and consumers alike. It also cuts spending to account for the end of the COVID pandemic emergency by saving $32 billion in taxpayer dollars. My colleagues and I in the House are going to have the opportunity to discuss this legislation and support our rural communities and farmers. ____________________”