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Proudly representing Georgia's 2nd Congressional District. Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture

Georgia 2nd CD & Washington DC
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Joined February 2011
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  1. 6 hours ago

    I was honored to speak on the encouraging the passage of the Veterans Cemetery Benefit Correction Act (H.R. 4910). I joined in sponsoring this legislation & applaud my colleagues for its unanimous passage in the House.

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  2. May 1

    Thank you to all the talented contestants in this year’s and congratulations to the winner, Gerald Corker of Cairo, Georgia.

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  3. Apr 25

    It was great meeting with the and Lintech International, LLC, located in Macon, Georgia, to discuss the reauthorization of the 's Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards program.

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    Apr 25

    Thank you for a great conversation about the importance of math education and the essential support federal programs and loan forgiveness programs provide for math teachers.

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  5. Apr 25

    These grants will help revitalize the City of Albany by supporting the assessment of contaminated properties in the area. This is a vital function of the EPA, & I look forward to seeing this cleanup process realized.

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  6. Apr 19

    Today, I authored a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Robert E. Lighthizer urging him to take action to address China’s recently announced agricultural tariffs.

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  7. Apr 18

    During today’s hearing with , I expressed concerns over a number of proposals included in the Fiscal Year 2019 USDA budget, particularly over the proposed reforms to SNAP, as well as the need to address food deserts in both rural and urban areas.

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  8. Apr 18

    As a Co-Chair of the Working Forests Caucus, I was delighted to join the last night to celebrate the tremendous benefits that private working forests provide to our rural economies and the entire nation.

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  9. Apr 17

    I was deeply saddened when I learned that Former First Lady Barbara Bush had passed. May her elegance, compassion, and impeccable legacy live on forever. My wife and I offer our sincerest condolences to the Bush family during their time of bereavement.

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  10. Apr 17

    At today’s hearing, I discussed the role of vapor devices as a harm reduction for those seeking to quit or limit their smoking. H.R. 1136 supports the availability of these products, while keeping nicotine products away from children via strong advertising & labeling rules.

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  11. Apr 16

    The Farm Bill is of vital importance to me and my constituents. It provides certainty and support to the farmers that feed our nation and world, and dignity and sustenance to our most vulnerable citizens.

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    Apr 11

    Great to visit with staff today. They care about Ga agriculture and farmers! – at Rayburn House Office Building

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  13. Apr 10

    I enjoyed meeting with to discuss ways to provide access to reliable broadband and robust rural development programs to rural America.

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  14. Apr 10

    I had the opportunity to meet with the Southern Grocery Industry Association to discuss the pressing agricultural issues facing Georgia’s Second Congressional District.

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  15. Apr 10

    In conjunction w/ the support from , the CDBG-DR funding from will provide substantial recovery assistance toward meeting unmet housing & business needs, as well as mitigation assistance to protect the area from damage from future storms.

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  16. Apr 4

    Fifty years ago, we lost one of our nation’s most valiant and respected leaders, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In view of what is going on in the world today, there is no better time than today to pause, reflect, and honor the life of Dr. King.

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  17. Apr 2

    I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Winnie Mandela. She was a brave woman who stood for what she believed in. I extend heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.

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  18. Mar 29

    On this , let us recognize and pay tribute to all of those who served in the Vietnam War. Thank you for your service and sacrifice on behalf of our country.

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  19. Mar 28

    I participated in the Rural Hunger Roundtable with and other community partners to discuss the pressing issues facing our nation’s agricultural industry and rural communities like those in Middle and Southwest GA.

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  20. Mar 28

    Attention all high school students! My office is still accepting entries for this year’s . For more information, contact my office at 229-439-8067.

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