"I want to thank you for welcoming me to the subcommittee. It has been my long-term goal since joining the Appropriations Committee to be a member of the Ag Subcommittee since I am one of the few farme..."
"I think that that--that label is just as true today as it was in the 1860s."
"While farmers and ranchers only make up about 2 percent of our Nation's population, they have a big job to ensure that all Americans and the world receive the safest and highest quality food supply."
"Implying that domestic matters are more important than trade agreements has not previously been beneficial to U.S. workers."
"USDA has missed statutory deadlines to finalize the origin of livestock rule, a rule that is actually a legacy item under your previous tenure."
"I know you have been a strong supporter of the organics program overall."
"Certainly, it is fair to say that our Federal and State, as well as local partners all came together to ensure that families in need during these uncertain times received much needed supplemental nutr..."
"I really think that the big question in front of this committee as it stands right now is how can we together ensure that the institution literally of the Capitol Grounds themselves can really continu..."
"We are all responsible. My colleagues are responsible for not condemning rioters this past year like those who barricaded the doors of the Seattle Police Department and attempted to murder the officer..."
"I have got great constituents but certainly a lot of Second Amendment folks, and a lot of people do carry."
"You guys do awesome stuff. It is amazing that you can respond as quickly as you do."
"I think we are losing an opportunity here on a very important topic."