Annie Kuster: “If we wanted to design a system to fail, this would be it.”

I am opposed to amendment No. 40. I am speaking in opposition to all of the amendments that have been added. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman is recognized.

This bipartisan bill would provide mandatory funding to purchase development rights via conservation easements from private and Tribal landowners.

I was proud to see this legislation signed into law to protect this lifeline for survivors.

Provide farmers, ranchers, and other landowners who feed and fuel our nation with certainty from diversified income streams and greater supports to beginner, young, and socially disadvantaged producers.