Pulaski Times

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman, ranking member of the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee, expressed his views on the recent release of the majority's farm bill framework by Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow.

Boozman welcomed the development, stating, "Chairwoman Stabenow and I have had several conversations about getting our ideas down on paper, so the release of the majority’s framework is a welcome development." He also highlighted the importance of soliciting input from stakeholders and evaluating the proposed ideas alongside the framework constructed by their team.

Expressing optimism for progress, Boozman acknowledged the efforts of Chairwoman Stabenow and Chairman Thompson in advancing legislation, stating, "With Chairwoman Stabenow releasing a framework that reflects Senate Democrats’ priorities, and Chairman Thompson’s work to advance legislation out of committee this month, I’m optimistic that real progress on the farm bill can still occur this Congress."

Boozman emphasized the need for policies that align with the challenges faced by farmers, noting, "Our actions must reflect the realities in farm country. Farmers are facing challenging times that, by every metric, are likely to continue in the coming years." He stressed the significance of making meaningful investments in risk management tools to support farmers during turbulent times.

As discussions on the farm bill progress, Boozman reiterated the commitment to advocating for policies that benefit farmers and ensure the sustainability of agriculture.