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We’ve taken a comprehensive approach to flood protection in the Red River Valley, and our two-part plan is about fulfilling this promise for upstream farmers.

That’s why we’re focused on making sure federal conservation programs are voluntary and farmer-friendly.

I appreciate Chief Schultz for working with us on this priority, as well as for again agreeing to visit our state and hear from our ranchers firsthand about issues on the grasslands.

Today’s meeting was also an opportunity to get input from our ranchers on important priorities we’ve included in the Farm Bill, including better prairie dog management and MCOOL, which we’ve been working to advance for years.