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On the recordMay 16, 2023
The benefit of the USDA having greater flexibility coordinating with other Federal agencies, I think the benefit there is USDA's rich history in its commitment to rural America.
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Peter Welch
Democratic · Vermont
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Editor's note · Context

Welch highlights USDA's historical commitment to rural America and the potential benefits of agency coordination.

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