GOP: House Farm Bill has Broad Support

House Republican leaders are ramping up efforts to secure support for a sweeping farm bill ahead of a planned vote this week.  According to Politico, a notice circulated last week highlighted leadership’s strategy, stressing that the legislation is budget-neutral and prioritizes what it calls “responsible spending on agriculture,” which is language aimed at appealing to fiscal conservatives.

House Agriculture Committee Chair GT Thompson has been meeting with key factions, including the Freedom Caucus, and described recent talks as "encouraging".

“I have not had any indication that the vote will be delayed,” Thompson said, despite competing legislative battles.

Democrats, however, are urging opposition. Representatives like Jim McGovern warned colleagues that backing the bill carries political risks, arguing it would cut nutrition assistance.

“The stakes are far too high for us to cede ground on the issue of affordability,” they wrote, framing the vote as a pivotal moment.

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