Newhouse Happy With The Farm Bill

On Wednesday, the House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved the 2018 Farm Bill, moving the key legislation to President Trump for his signature.  Central Washington’s Dan Newhouse took to the House floor this week, praising the legislation, saying it will benefit many.

“Sets us on a better path for our farmers and ranchers, for our rural communities, for small businesses, and for consumers across the country, at the grocery stores and at kitchen tables.”

Newhouse acknowledged there were things such as SNAP work requirements he would have liked to see addressed, but said the 2018 Farm Bill is still good legislation.

“No piece of legislation is perfect, particularly comprehensive bills that have been negotiated for months, but the fact of the matter is, this farm Bill includes importance and significant wins, for American farmers and ranchers, and it is now our responsibility to get the job done.”

Newhouse during his floor speech noted how the Farm Bill will benefit growers in Okanogan County, dairy producers in Yakima County, Washington State University and many others.  By the way, President Trump has already indicated that he will sign the $867 billion piece of legislation.

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