I will continue to push for provisions in the farm bill that my predecessor, Secretary John Kerry, advanced to ensure that fishermen are eligible for disaster assistance programs.
On the recordFebruary 13, 2013
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Gillibrand emphasizes the need for disaster assistance for fishermen in the farm bill.
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