I am proud that we have significantly increased funding for these oversubscribed voluntary conservation programs so that more producers like those that I represent can access them without the long wait times.

Thank you, under Secretary Moffitt, for joining us today. Dr. Naugle, thank you for being here as well.

I have heard from Virginia poultry producers that APHIS has been helpful as a partner in responding to outbreaks.

We recently hosted a farm summit in my district, and this was an area of significant concern and frankly heated discussion.

I know that you have touched on this periodically throughout your testimony today, but I am really concerned about the long-term effects on our nation's egg supply.

I have recently heard from Virginia cattle producers that they are seeing a rise in theileriosis cases within their herds.

I thank you, through your ability putting forth much of what we proposed in the Butcher Block Act (H.R. 559) through USDA.

We appreciate your consideration of the immense positive impact SNAP has on the lives of millions of Americans as well as its beneficial impact on the national economy and our nation's long-term financial sustainability.

I am committed to making sure that we are putting forth programs and legislation that feed more people, not less.

I am thrilled that the Packers and Stockyards division received a significant increase in funding in Fiscal Year 2023 to improve its enforcement of the Packers and Stockyards Act.

I am concerned about not sustaining higher funding levels for these historically oversubscribed and under-funded programs in the future.