Thomas E. Petri: “We have reviewed your amendment and feel that it is a reasonable and important amendment. We support it and urge a…”

I encourage all Members to support this bill, and I yield back the balance of my time.

I thank my colleague for yielding. As the House considers the FARRM Act of 2013, I believe it's important that we offer the proper support for farmers, while ensuring that these support programs are responsible for the American taxpayer…

I thank my colleague from Iowa. I actually want to echo the words of Nick Joe Rahall in commending both of you gentleman--especially Tom--for organizing this Special Order. I think it says something about each of your character and your…

I thank my colleague for organizing this Special Order and rise just to say a word of thanks and appreciation to Jay Pierson for his 33-plus years of service to this institution and for what he represents. Members of Congress stand in the…