On the recordNovember 14, 2023
I want to thank the Chair very, very much for her leadership and partnership to provide certainty to our farmers and ranchers.
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congress.govI want to thank the Chair very, very much for her leadership and partnership to provide certainty to our farmers and ranchers.
Acknowledging the Chair's efforts in supporting farmers through the farm bill extension.
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