Herb Kohl
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Herb Kohl is a former U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, serving from 1989 to 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he was known for his focus on education, healthcare, and economic development. During his tenure, Kohl was a strong advocate for consumer protection and played a significant role in various legislative efforts aimed at improving the lives of Wisconsin residents. He also served on several Senate committees, including the Appropriations Committee, where he worked on funding for various programs and initiatives.
the President has submitted a budget proposal for us for the second year in a row with major reductions.
The year ahead shows no signs of relief. We will continue to focus on the needs of farmers and ranchers.
I want to congratulate you for the superb job you and your staff have done in guiding this Subcommittee last year.
As you know, included in the fiscal year 2004 bill is $800,000 to help address violations of the Animal Welfare Act, including illegal animal fighting.
Madam Secretary, in March 2003, I was able to assist a nonprofit in Milwaukee, the Hunger Task Force, in receiving approval from the USDA to carry out an innovative pilot program.
Tell us why you have concluded that MEP does not deserve to be funded at its previous level.
the MEP program is Manufacturing Extension Partnerships, a program which helps small and medium-size manufacturing firms.





