Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 1, 2016
I do believe the USDA's priority should be with making determinations based on sound science regarding the safety of biotech products within its jurisdiction, not on marketing or mandatory labeling efforts that really have no bearing on food safety or plant pest risk.
Said by
Steve Daines
Republican · Montana

Editor's note · Context

Senator Daines emphasizes the importance of science in USDA decisions over marketing.

Share

More from Steve Daines

Dec 5, 2023

There must be real policy changes to make the border more secure.

congress.gov
Dec 5, 2023

On behalf of the Blackfeet Tribe, I would request that you would make that trip.

congress.gov
Apr 28, 2025

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Mississippi. ____________________

govinfo.gov
Nov 13, 2024

I rise today to talk about the need to right a wrong. The National Football League and the Washington Commanders must do more to honor the Commanders' Native American heritage, as powerfully symbolized by the team's former iconic logo, and…

govinfo.gov

Other voices in this conversation