Agriculture
California’s 19th Congressional District is home to thousands of farmers, ranchers, and producers of various specialty crops from almonds to grapes for wine. These farmers support our local economy while providing food and goods to all of America.
This Congress, we have an opportunity to shape agriculture policy in this country for the better. The Farm Bill is a bipartisan effort, to support rural America and the Americans who work the land. I've actively shaped this bipartisan package, leading and co-leading at least 20 marker bills to be considered for the base text of the Farm Bill. I'm leading on legislation that reinforces America’s role as a global leader in agriculture. Doing so requires a modern approach, that breaks down existing barriers including those to disaster programs, promotes innovation and mechanization, and fosters the cutting-edge agricultural research needed to push us forward.
As a Member of the House Ways and Means Committee, I continue my work to open new markets around the world for our producers while easing the tax burden on family farms to ensure they can continue to support our community.
I'm proud to co-chair the Future Farmers of America Caucus in the 118th Congress alongside my bipartisan partner United States Representative Tracey Mann. This informal, bipartisan group of U.S. Reps is dedicated to the next generation of agricultural leaders and students pursuing careers in agriculture, food, natural resources, and related sciences. FFA plays an essential part in that mission by fostering and encouraging young farmers, ranchers, and scientists who proudly wear the blue corduroy jacket.
In Congress, I'll continue my work investing in the future of agriculture in our country and in our own community, strengthening the hand of our producers, working to ensure national and global food security, ensuring funding and access to critical nutrition programs, and upholding our responsibility to the beauty and bounty of our home that we so cherish.