Abigail Spanberger actually said...

"the benefits for new farmers to get to that next step, whether it is buying the tractor, buying the land, that capital is so important"

"This hearing presents an opportunity for us to discuss what is working and what can work better as we look ahead to the 2023 Farm Bill."

"And certainly, as we work towards the 2023 Farm Bill, I think we will want to work in concert with your office to determine how it is that we should consider extending some of the funding especially f..."

"This bipartisan legislation would not only dramatically increase annual funding for the program to $250 million but also would take steps to improve accessibility for rural communities."