Political Quotes

“as an eighth-generation Tennessee farmer, I rise in strong support of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. With input costs at record highs and commodity prices at painful lows, Congress must provide the legislative certainty of a long-overdue farm bill. This bill keeps America fed, secure, and strong by standing with the men and women who feed and fuel this country. With support from over 500 stakeholder organizations, this bill builds upon the major victories secured in H.R. 1 by strengthening the farm safety net, conservation programs, and regulatory certainty; enhancing rural hospitals, businesses, water, and broadband; and improving agricultural research, trade programs, and access to capital. Additionally, it combats fraud, safeguards SNAP integrity, and remains budget-neutral, all while lowering costs for families. Mr. Chair, I urge my colleagues to stand with America's farmers and rural communities and vote ``yes'' on the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026.”