On the recordMay 17, 2018
I point out that over half of all U.S. sugar processing operations in the United States since 1980 have closed. Mr. Chairman, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Yoho).
I point out that over half of all U.S. sugar processing operations in the United States since 1980 have closed. Mr. Chairman, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Yoho).
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