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The organization continues to engage in discussions surrounding the upcoming Farm Bill, conservation programs, and other related legislation and programs that impacts agricultural producers.
The organization has been in contact with our congressional delegation and agencies about priorities related to climate and sustainability. In addition, we have held discussions regarding clean water and our engagement on various agricultural input products such as pesticides and other regulatory issues. We also engaged in discussions surrounding endangered species and pesticide uses.
The organization engaged in discussions surrounding drought-related tax provisions for cattle farmers as well as conversations regarding upcoming sunset provisions in the previously approved Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
The organization engaged in conversations regarding additional reporting requirements for small businesses under the Beneficial Ownership provision. We also worked to public educate our membership and legislators on the impacts of this provision.
Farm Bureau is involved in discussions related to energy production as well as landowner rights as new energy projects are proposed for construction.

Duration: March 10, 2008 to present

General Issues: Agriculture, Natural Resources, Taxation/Internal Revenue Code, Financial Institutions/Investments/Securities, Energy/Nuclear, Budget/Appropriations, Trade (Domestic & Foreign), Environmental/Superfund, Roads/Highway, Telecommunications, Health Issues, Transportation, Fuel/Gas/Oil, Government Issues, Education, Clean Air & Water (Quality), Chemicals/Chemical Industry, Food Industry (Safety, Labeling, etc.), Disaster Planning/Emergencies, Immigration, Aviation/Aircraft/Airlines, Railroads, Marine/Maritime/Boating/Fisheries, Tobacco, Labor Issues/Antitrust/Workplace, Homeland Security, Postal, Animals, Small Business, Defense, Firearms/Guns/Ammunition, Bankruptcy

Spending: about $3,160,000 (But it's complicated. Here's why.)

Agencies lobbied since 2008: U.S. Senate, Agriculture - Dept of (USDA), House of Representatives, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), White House Office, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Vice President of the U.S., U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), Justice - Dept of (DOJ), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Army - Dept of (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Army - Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Surface Transportation Board (STB), Agriculture - Dept of (USDA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Transportation - Dept of (DOT), Labor - Dept of (DOL), U.S. Senate,, Homeland Security - Dept of (DHS), Postal Regulatory Commission, Justice - Dept of (DOJ), Army - Dept of (Other), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

Bills mentioned

S.951: Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017

Sponsor: Rob Portman (R-Ohio)

S.1127: Justice Safety Valve Act of 2017

Sponsor: Rand Paul (R-Ky.)

H.R.2340: To extend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act...

Sponsor: Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.)

H.R.3354: Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce,...

Sponsor: Ken Calvert (R-Calif.)

H.R.246: To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the...

Sponsor: Kristi Noem (R-S.D.)

S.205: Death Tax Repeal Act of 2017

Sponsor: John Thune (R-S.D.)

H.R.631: Death Tax Repeal Act of 2017

Sponsor: Kristi Noem (R-S.D.)

H.R.5: Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017

Sponsor: Robert W. Goodlatte (R-Va.)

S.21: Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2017

Sponsor: Rand Paul (R-Ky.)

H.R.26: Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2017

Sponsor: Doug Collins (R-Ga.)

H.R.77: Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act of 2017

Sponsor: Blaine Luetkemeyer (R-Mo.)

H.R.998: SCRUB Act

Sponsor: Jason Smith (R-Mo.)

H.R.1628: American Health Care Act of 2017

Sponsor: Diane Black (R-Tenn.)

S.183: Jobs and Premium Protection Act

Sponsor: John Barrasso (R-Wyo.)

H.R.928: To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the...

Sponsor: Charles Boustany Jr. (R-La.)

S.860: Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015

Sponsor: John Thune (R-S.D.)

H.R.1155: SCRUB Act of 2016

Sponsor: Jason Smith (R-Mo.)

S.698: Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015

Sponsor: Michael B. Enzi (R-Wyo.)

H.R.2775: Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015

Sponsor: Jason Chaffetz (R-Utah)

S.2202: Agriculture Equipment and Machinery Depreciation Act

Sponsor: Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.)

H.R.4474: Fairness for Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Act

Sponsor: Ralph Abraham (R-La.)

H.R.6100: Protect Family Farms and Businesses Act

Sponsor: Warren Davidson (R-Ohio)

S.3436: Protect Family Farms and Businesses Act

Sponsor: Marco Rubio (R-Fla.)

H.R.5240: Biodiesel Tax Incentive Reform and Extension Act of 2016

Sponsor: Kristi Noem (R-S.D.)

H.R.897: Zika Vector Control Act

Sponsor: Bob Gibbs (R-Ohio)

S.1500: Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015

Sponsor: Michael D. Crapo (R-Idaho)

S.659: Bipartisan Sportsmen's Act of 2016

Sponsor: Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska)

H.R.185: Regulatory Accountability Act of 2015

Sponsor: Robert W. Goodlatte (R-Va.)

S.226: Regulations From the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2015

Sponsor: Rand Paul (R-Ky.)

H.R.690: Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act of 2015

Sponsor: Blaine Luetkemeyer (R-Mo.)

S.2848: Water Resources Development Act of 2016

Sponsor: James M. Inhofe (R-Okla.)

H.R.5303: Water Resources Development Act of 2016

Sponsor: Bill Shuster (R-Pa.)

H.R.1732: Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015

Sponsor: Bill Shuster (R-Pa.)

S.1140: Federal Water Quality Protection Act

Sponsor: John Barrasso (R-Wyo.)

S.J.RES.22: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter...

Sponsor: Joni Ernst (R-Iowa)

H.J.RES.59: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5,...

Sponsor: Adrian Smith (R-Neb.)

H.R.1599: Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015

Sponsor: Mike Pompeo (R-Kan.)

S.2609: An original bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to...

Sponsor: Pat Roberts (R-Kan.)

S.511: Genetically Engineered Food Right-to-Know Act

Sponsor: Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.)

S.764: A bill to reauthorize and amend the National Sea Grant College Program...

Sponsor: Roger Wicker (R-Miss.)

S.345: A bill to limit the level of premium subsidy provided by the Federal...

Sponsor: Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.)

S.1214: John Rainey Memorial Safeguard American Food Exports (SAFE) Act

Sponsor: Robert Menendez (D-N.J.)

H.R.1942: Safeguard American Food Exports Act of 2015

Sponsor: Frank Guinta (R-N.H.)

H.R.2289: Commodity End-User Relief Act

Sponsor: K. Michael Conaway (R-Texas)

S.112: Common Sense in Species Protection Act of 2015

Sponsor: Dean Heller (R-Nev.)

H.R.2352: State, Tribal, and Local Species Transparency and Recovery Act

Sponsor: Randy Neugebauer (R-Texas)

S.577: Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act of 2015

Sponsor: Patrick J. Toomey (R-Pa.)

S.2012: North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2016

Sponsor: Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska)

H.R.596: To repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and health...

Sponsor: Bradley Byrne (R-Ala.)

H.R.863: STARS Act

Sponsor: Jim Renacci (R-Ohio)

S.1809: STARS Act

Sponsor: Kelly Ayotte (R-N.H.)

S.491: Freedom to Export to Cuba Act of 2015

Sponsor: Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.)

H.R.2029: Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016

Sponsor: Charlie Dent (R-Pa.)

H.R.636: FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016

Sponsor: Pat Tiberi (R-Ohio)

H.R.644: Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015

Sponsor: Tom Reed (R-N.Y.)

S.J.RES.23: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter...

Sponsor: Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.)

S.J.RES.24: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter...

Sponsor: Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.)

H.R.1314: Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015

Sponsor: Pat Meehan (R-Pa.)

S.995: Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015

Sponsor: Orrin G. Hatch (R-Utah)

H.R.2393: Country of Origin Labeling Amendments Act of 2015

Sponsor: K. Michael Conaway (R-Texas)

H.R.22: FAST Act

Sponsor: Rodney Davis (R-Ill.)

H.R.2088: United States Grain Standards Act Reauthorization Act of 2015

Sponsor: K. Michael Conaway (R-Texas)

S.1417: United States Grain Standards Act Reauthorization Act of 2015

Sponsor: Pat Roberts (R-Kan.)

H.R.2051: Agriculture Reauthorizations Act of 2015

Sponsor: K. Michael Conaway (R-Texas)

H.R.399: Secure Our Borders First Act of 2015

Sponsor: Michael McCaul (R-Texas)

S.CON.RES.11: An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget...

Sponsor: Michael B. Enzi (R-Wyo.)

H.R.935: National Freight Network Trust Fund Act of 2015

Sponsor: Janice Hahn (D-Calif.)

S.1: Keystone XL Pipeline Approval Act

Sponsor: John Hoeven (R-N.D.)

H.R.3: Keystone XL Pipeline Act

Sponsor: Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.)

H.R.4800: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and...

Sponsor: Robert B. Aderholt (R-Ala.)

H.R.4923: Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2015

Sponsor: Mike Simpson (R-Idaho)

H.R.4718: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify and make permanent...

Sponsor: Pat Tiberi (R-Ohio)

H.R.5711: To amend title 18, United States Code, to extend the coverage of the...

Sponsor: Robert A. Brady (D-Pa.)

H.R.935: Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2014

Sponsor: Bob Gibbs (R-Ohio)

S.802: Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2013

Sponsor: Kay Hagan (D-N.C.)

H.R.3826: Electricity Security and Affordability Act

Sponsor: Edward Whitfield (R-Ky.)

S.1343: Farmer Identity Protection Act

Sponsor: Charles E. Grassley (R-Iowa)

H.R.4157: Farmer Identity Protection Act

Sponsor: Rick Crawford (R-Ark.)

H.R.5078: Waters of the United States Regulatory Overreach Protection Act of 2014

Sponsor: Steve Southerland (R-Fla.)

H.R.4874: SCRUB Act of 2014

Sponsor: Jason Smith (R-Mo.)

H.R.4432: Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2014

Sponsor: Mike Pompeo (R-Kan.)

H.R.4315: Endangered Species Transparency and Reasonableness Act

Sponsor: Doc Hastings (R-Wash.)

S.601: Water Resources Development Act of 2013

Sponsor: Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.)

H.R.3080: Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014

Sponsor: Bill Shuster (R-Pa.)

S.336: Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013

Sponsor: Michael B. Enzi (R-Wyo.)

H.R.684: Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013

Sponsor: Steve Womack (R-Ark.)

S.744: Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act

Sponsor: Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.)

H.R.4076: HHEATT Act of 2014

Sponsor: Bill Shuster (R-Pa.)

S.141: A bill to make supplemental agricultural disaster assistance available...

Sponsor: Max Baucus (D-Mont.)

H.R.1454: To make supplemental agricultural disaster assistance available for...

Sponsor: Emanuel Cleaver II (D-Mo.)

H.R.2410: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and...

Sponsor: Robert B. Aderholt (R-Ala.)

S.1244: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and...

Sponsor: Mark Pryor (D-Ark.)

H.R.2609: Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2014

Sponsor: Rodney Frelinghuysen (R-N.J.)

S.175: A bill to amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act...

Sponsor: Pat Roberts (R-Kan.)

H.R.311: FUELS Act

Sponsor: Rick Crawford (R-Ark.)

S.496: FUELS Act

Sponsor: Mark Pryor (D-Ark.)

H.R.763: To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the...

Sponsor: Charles Boustany Jr. (R-La.)

S.603: Jobs and Premium Protection Act

Sponsor: John Barrasso (R-Wyo.)

S.399: American Job Protection Act

Sponsor: Orrin G. Hatch (R-Utah)

H.R.903: American Job Protection Act

Sponsor: Charles Boustany Jr. (R-La.)

S.820: Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2013

Sponsor: Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.)

H.R.1731: Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2013

Sponsor: Kurt Schrader (D-Ore.)

H.R.1947: Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013

Sponsor: Frank D. Lucas (R-Okla.)

S.954: Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013

Sponsor: Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.)

S.407: Reinvesting In Vital Economic Rivers and Waterways Act of 2013

Sponsor: Bob Casey (D-Pa.)

H.R.1149: WAVE4 Act

Sponsor: Edward Whitfield (R-Ky.)

S.553: Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act

Sponsor: Tim Johnson (D-S.D.)

H.R.1125: Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act

Sponsor: Kurt Schrader (D-Ore.)

H.R.8:

Sponsor: John A. Boehner (R-Ohio)

H.R.933: Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013

Sponsor: Harold Rogers (R-Ky.)

S.CON.RES.8: An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget...

Sponsor: Patty Murray (D-Wash.)

H.R.6083: Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2012

Sponsor: Frank D. Lucas (R-Okla.)

H.R.3062: Dairy Security Act of 2011

Sponsor: Collin C. Peterson (D-Minn.)

S.2245: Preserve the Waters of the United States Act

Sponsor: John Barrasso (R-Wyo.)

H.R.4965: To preserve existing rights and responsibilities with respect to waters...

Sponsor: John L. Mica (R-Fla.)

H.R.6156: Russia and Moldova Jackson-Vanik Repeal and Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law...

Sponsor: Dave Camp (R-Mich.)

S.1647: A bill to repeal the sunset on the reduction of capital gains rates for...

Sponsor: Michael D. Crapo (R-Idaho)

H.R.3091: To make permanent the individual income tax rates for capital gains and...

Sponsor: Peter Roskam (R-Ill.)

H.R.1259: Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act of 2011

Sponsor: Kevin Brady (R-Texas)

S.2242: Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act of 2012

Sponsor: John Thune (R-S.D.)

H.R.8: American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012

Sponsor: Dave Camp (R-Mich.)

S.3413: Tax Hike Prevention Act of 2012

Sponsor: Orrin G. Hatch (R-Utah)

S.2221: Preserving America's Family Farms Act

Sponsor: John Thune (R-S.D.)

H.R.4157: Preserving America's Family Farms Act

Sponsor: Tom Latham (R-Iowa)

S.3239: Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012

Sponsor: Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.)

H.R.3798: Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012

Sponsor: Kurt Schrader (D-Ore.)

S.1606: Regulatory Accountability Act of 2011

Sponsor: Rob Portman (R-Ohio)

H.R.3010: Regulatory Accountability Act of 2011

Sponsor: Lamar Smith (R-Texas)

H.R.6079: Repeal of Obamacare Act

Sponsor: Eric Cantor (R-Va.)

H.R.3158: FUELS Act

Sponsor: Rick Crawford (R-Ark.)

H.R.872: Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011

Sponsor: Bob Gibbs (R-Ohio)

S.1813: MAP-21

Sponsor: Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.)

H.R.4348: MAP-21

Sponsor: John L. Mica (R-Fla.)

S.1729: A bill to amend the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation...

Sponsor: Roy Blunt (R-Mo.)

H.R.2997: Superfund Common Sense Act

Sponsor: Billy Long (R-Mo.)

H.R.2942: To direct the Chief of the Army Corps of Engineers to revise the...

Sponsor: Steve King (R-Iowa)

S.3240: Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2012

Sponsor: Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.)

H.R.5326: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013

Sponsor: Frank R. Wolf (R-Va.)

S.2323: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013

Sponsor: Barbara A. Mikulski (D-Md.)

H.R.5325: Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013

Sponsor: Rodney Frelinghuysen (R-N.J.)

S.2465: Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013

Sponsor: Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.)

H.R.5856: Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2013

Sponsor: C. W. Bill Young (R-Fla.)

H.R.1633: Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011

Sponsor: Kristi Noem (R-S.D.)

S.1528: Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011

Sponsor: Mike Johanns (R-Neb.)

H.R.3187: March of Dimes Commemorative Coin Act of 2012

Sponsor: Robert Dold (R-Ill.)

S.718: A bill to amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act...

Sponsor: Pat Roberts (R-Kan.)

H.R.7: American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act of 2012

Sponsor: John L. Mica (R-Fla.)

H.R.3265: To amend the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999 to provide...

Sponsor: Sam Graves (R-Mo.)

H.R.4153: Chesapeake Bay Program Reauthorization and Improvement Act

Sponsor: Robert W. Goodlatte (R-Va.)

H.R.4278: Preserving Rural Resources Act of 2012

Sponsor: Robert Hurt (R-Va.)

H.R.3078: United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act

Sponsor: Eric Cantor (R-Va.)

H.R.2832: To extend the Generalized System of Preferences, and for other purposes.

Sponsor: Dave Camp (R-Mich.)

H.R.2112: Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2012

Sponsor: Jack Kingston (R-Ga.)

H.R.3672: Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2012

Sponsor: Harold Rogers (R-Ky.)

H.CON.RES.94: Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make corrections...

Sponsor: Harold Rogers (R-Ky.)

H.R.2487: Reducing the Deficit through Eliminating Agriculture Direct Payment...

Sponsor: Jeff Flake (R-Ariz.)

H.R.674: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the imposition of 3...

Sponsor: Wally Herger (R-Calif.)

S.1726: Withholding Tax Relief Act of 2011

Sponsor: Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.)

H.R.2018: Clean Water Cooperative Federalism Act of 2011

Sponsor: John L. Mica (R-Fla.)

H.R.2485: All Children are Equal Act

Sponsor: Glenn Thompson (R-Pa.)

S.1185: Ethanol Reform and Deficit Reduction Act

Sponsor: John Thune (R-S.D.)

S.1053: Veterinary Services Investment Act

Sponsor: Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.)

H.R.910: Energy Tax Prevention Act of 2011

Sponsor: Fred Upton (R-Mich.)

S.482: Energy Tax Prevention Act of 2011

Sponsor: James M. Inhofe (R-Okla.)

S.493: SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act of 2011

Sponsor: Mary L. Landrieu (D-La.)

S.228: Defending America's Affordable Energy and Jobs Act

Sponsor: John Barrasso (R-Wyo.)

H.R.750: Defending America's Affordable Energy and Jobs Act

Sponsor: Tim Walberg (R-Mich.)

S.884: Domestic Energy Promotion Act of 2011

Sponsor: Charles E. Grassley (R-Iowa)

S.782: Economic Development Revitalization Act of 2011

Sponsor: Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.)

S.700: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend...

Sponsor: Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.)

H.R.1747: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the rule...

Sponsor: Wally Herger (R-Calif.)

S.496: A bill to amend the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act to repeal a...

Sponsor: John McCain (R-Ariz.)

H.R.4: Comprehensive 1099 Taxpayer Protection and Repayment of Exchange Subsidy...

Sponsor: Dan Lungren (R-Calif.)

S.18: Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act

Sponsor: Mike Johanns (R-Neb.)

H.R.2: Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act

Sponsor: Eric Cantor (R-Va.)

S.223: FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act

Sponsor: John D. Rockefeller IV (D-W.Va.)

S.549: Casting Light on EAJA Agency Records for Oversight Act of 2011

Sponsor: John Ensign (R-Nev.)

H.R.1: Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2013

Sponsor: Harold Rogers (R-Ky.)

S.3578: Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act

Sponsor: Mike Johanns (R-Neb.)

H.R.5141: Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act

Sponsor: Dan Lungren (R-Calif.)

S.510: FDA Food Safety Modernization Act

Sponsor: Richard J. Durbin (D-Ill.)

H.R.2751: FDA Food Safety Modernization Act

Sponsor: Betty Sutton (D-Ohio)

S.1816: Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act

Sponsor: Benjamin L. Cardin (D-Md.)

H.R.3852: Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009

Sponsor: Elijah E. Cummings (D-Md.)

S.303: Federal Financial Assistance Management Improvement Act of 2009

Sponsor: George V. Voinovich (R-Ohio)

H.R.4645: Travel Restriction Reform and Export Enhancement Act

Sponsor: Collin C. Peterson (D-Minn.)

H.R.5297: Small Business Jobs Act of 2010

Sponsor: Barney Frank (D-Mass.)

S.619: Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2009

Sponsor: Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.)

H.R.1549: Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2009

Sponsor: Louise M. Slaughter (D-N.Y.)

S.3656: Mandatory Price Reporting Act of 2010

Sponsor: Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.)

H.R.5852: Mandatory Price Reporting Act of 2010

Sponsor: Collin C. Peterson (D-Minn.)

S.2996: Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010

Sponsor: Susan Collins (R-Maine)

H.R.5509: Chesapeake Bay Program Reauthorization and Improvement Act

Sponsor: Tim Holden (D-Pa.)

H.R.6087: To amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act to...

Sponsor: Frank D. Lucas (R-Okla.)

S.3735: A bill to amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act...

Sponsor: Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.)

H.R.6273: To amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act to...

Sponsor: Collin C. Peterson (D-Minn.)

S.787: Clean Water Restoration Act

Sponsor: Russ Feingold (D-Wis.)

H.R.5088: America's Commitment to Clean Water Act

Sponsor: James L. Oberstar (D-Minn.)

H.R.4213: Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2010

Sponsor: Charles B. Rangel (D-N.Y.)

H.R.3905: Estate Tax Relief Act of 2009

Sponsor: Shelley Berkley (D-Nev.)

H.R.3590: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Sponsor: Charles B. Rangel (D-N.Y.)

H.R.4872: Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010

Sponsor: John M. Spratt Jr. (D-S.C.)

H.RES.1075: Commending the members of the Agri-business Development Teams of the...

Sponsor: Blaine Luetkemeyer (R-Mo.)

H.R.1220: To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide certain exemptions to...

Sponsor: Dan Boren (D-Okla.)

H.R.3962: Preservation of Access to Care for Medicare Beneficiaries and Pension...

Sponsor: John D. Dingell (D-Mich.)

H.R.2868: Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010

Sponsor: Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.)

S.1733: Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act

Sponsor: John Kerry (D-Mass.)

H.R.2454: American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009

Sponsor: Henry A. Waxman (D-Calif.)

H.R.2749: Food Safety Enhancement Act of 2009

Sponsor: John D. Dingell (D-Mich.)

H.R.2997: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and...

Sponsor: Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.)

S.1406: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and...

Sponsor: Herb Kohl (D-Wis.)

H.R.2996: Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies...

Sponsor: Norman D. Dicks (D-Wash.)

H.R.3200: America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009

Sponsor: John D. Dingell (D-Mich.)

S.1679: Affordable Health Choices Act

Sponsor: Tom Harkin (D-Iowa)

H.R.1531: Promoting American Agricultural and Medical Exports to Cuba Act of 2009

Sponsor: Charles B. Rangel (D-N.Y.)

S.560: Employee Free Choice Act of 2009

Sponsor: Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.)

H.R.1409: Employee Free Choice Act of 2009

Sponsor: George Miller (D-Calif.)

H.R.45: Blair Holt's Firearm Licensing and Record of Sale Act of 2009

Sponsor: Bobby L. Rush (D-Ill.)

H.R.2409: Renewable Fuel Standard Improvement Act

Sponsor: Collin C. Peterson (D-Minn.)

H.R.875: Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009

Sponsor: Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.)

S.982: Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act

Sponsor: Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.)

H.R.1256: Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act

Sponsor: Henry A. Waxman (D-Calif.)

H.R.1: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Sponsor: David R. Obey (D-Wis.)

S.527: A bill to amend the Clean Air act to prohibit the issuance of permits...

Sponsor: John Thune (R-S.D.)

H.R.1426: To amend the Clean Air Act to prohibit the issuance of permits under...

Sponsor: Frank D. Lucas (R-Okla.)

H.R.1438: To prohibit any Federal agency or official, in carrying out any Act or...

Sponsor: Jeff Fortenberry (R-Neb.)

H.R.503: Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act of 2009

Sponsor: John Conyers Jr. (D-Mich.)

H.R.1424: A bill to provide authority for the Federal Government to purchase and...

Sponsor: Patrick J. Kennedy (D-R.I.)

S.3337: A bill to require the Secretary of Agriculture to carry out conservation...

Sponsor: Pat Roberts (R-Kan.)

H.R.6553: To clarify the authority of the Secretary of Agriculture regarding...

Sponsor: Mark Udall (D-Colo.)

H.R.6849: To amend the commodity provisions of the Food, Conservation, and Energy...

Sponsor: Bob Etheridge (D-N.C.)

H.R.6049: Energy Improvement and Extension Act of 2008

Sponsor: Charles B. Rangel (D-N.Y.)

H.R.6598: Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act of 2008

Sponsor: John Conyers Jr. (D-Mich.)

H.R.2421: Clean Water Restoration Act of 2007

Sponsor: James L. Oberstar (D-Minn.)

S.1870: Clean Water Restoration Act of 2007

Sponsor: Russ Feingold (D-Wis.)

H.R.2419: Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008

Sponsor: Collin C. Peterson (D-Minn.)

H.RES.1012: Honoring the historical significance of and reaffirming continued...

Sponsor: Kenny C. Hulshof (R-Mo.)

H.R.3098: To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide certain exemptions to...

Sponsor: Dan Boren (D-Okla.)

S.3036: Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act of 2008

Sponsor: Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.)

H.R.5134: Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act of 2007

Sponsor: Lee Terry (R-Neb.)

S.2637: Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act of 2008

Sponsor: Chuck T. Hagel (R-Neb.)

H.R.4215: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to update the optional...

Sponsor: Artur Davis (D-Ala.)

H.R.5351: Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2008

Sponsor: Charles B. Rangel (D-N.Y.)

S.2663: CPSC Reform Act

Sponsor: Mark Pryor (D-Ark.)

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Lobbyists

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James Garrett Hawkins Mr.	n/a
James Hawkins	n/a
Spencer Tuma	n/a
James Garrett Hawkins	n/a
Spencer Tuma Missou	n/a

Disclosures Filed

Once a lobbying engagement begins, the lobbyist or firm is required to file updates four times a year. Those updates sometimes change which lobbyists are involved or add new issues being discussed. When lobbyists stop working for a client, the firm is also supposed to file a report disclosing the end of the relationship.

1st Quarter, 2024

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 17. Original Filing: 301552309.xml

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4th Quarter, 2023

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 18. Original Filing: 301527682.xml

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3rd Quarter, 2023

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 19, 2023. Original Filing: 301507407.xml

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2nd Quarter, 2023

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 19, 2023. Original Filing: 301481431.xml

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1st Quarter, 2023

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 18, 2023. Original Filing: 301455517.xml

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4th Quarter, 2022

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 18, 2023. Original Filing: 301431639.xml

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3rd Quarter, 2022

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 19, 2022. Original Filing: 301409548.xml

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2nd Quarter, 2022

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 17, 2022. Original Filing: 301382102.xml

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1st Quarter, 2022

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 18, 2022. Original Filing: 301358147.xml

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4th Quarter, 2021

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 19, 2022. Original Filing: 301328683.xml

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3rd Quarter, 2021

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 18, 2021. Original Filing: 301301412.xml

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2nd Quarter, 2021

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 15, 2021. Original Filing: 301276691.xml

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1st Quarter, 2021

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 14, 2021. Original Filing: 301252999.xml

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4th Quarter, 2020

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 19, 2021. Original Filing: 301235914.xml

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3rd Quarter, 2020

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 15, 2020. Original Filing: 301210728.xml

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2nd Quarter, 2020

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 16, 2020. Original Filing: 301189469.xml

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1st Quarter, 2020

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 17, 2020. Original Filing: 301171128.xml

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4th Quarter, 2019

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 16, 2020. Original Filing: 301107376.xml

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The organization is concerned with retaliatory tariffs by China on U.S. agricultural goods. We have made contacts with our congressional delegation and USDA to communicate these concerns and urge a solution that does not harm farmers and ranchers. We also have communicated our support for renegotiated trade agreements such as the U.S., Mexico, Canada Agreement (USMCA) and new agreements with Japan, the EU, and others. Members of Congress have been asked to show support for the USMCA and prioritize its passage. USDA has been asked to provide greater clarity on their Market Facilitation Program as the situation surrounding international trade continues to be uncertain. The organization produced a video that was shared with multiple elected officials and appointed officials promoting the passage of the USMCA trade agreement.

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3rd Quarter, 2019

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 18, 2019. Original Filing: 301070173.xml

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2nd Quarter, 2019

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 11, 2019. Original Filing: 301044506.xml

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1st Quarter, 2019

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 22, 2019. Original Filing: 301033872.xml

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4th Quarter, 2018

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 22, 2019. Original Filing: 301014522.xml

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3rd Quarter, 2018

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 19, 2018. Original Filing: 300991644.xml

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Several congressional offices reached out to our organization to visit about our priorities for the 2018 Farm Bill. Our priorities were shared with each office for their consideration as the bill is drafted. Priorities include: maintaining crop insurance, revising cotton and dairy programs, and keeping the current acreage cap on the CRP program. The organization also led letters to our House and Senate delegations expressing support for passage of the farm bill, and communicated with individual offices regarding our priorities for amendments to said bill. We also contacted offices about a potential amendment to the farm bill regarding the regulatory jurisdiction over lab-grown meat. Ultimately the amendment did not transpire. Conversations have also taken place regarding USDA's Cotton Marketing Loan Program and impacts of prices on tax burdens

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2nd Quarter, 2018

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 19, 2018. Original Filing: 300972007.xml

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1st Quarter, 2018

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 20, 2018. Original Filing: 300953962.xml

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4th Quarter, 2017

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 19, 2018. Original Filing: 300928497.xml

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3rd Quarter, 2017

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 19, 2017. Original Filing: 300910332.xml

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2nd Quarter, 2017

Q2 Report

1st Quarter, 2017

Amendment

Missouri Farm Bureau Federation amended a lobbying report for in-house lobbying in Q12017 on April 19, 2017 Original Filing: 300870247.xml

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Regulatory Reform: This issue is a strategic priority for our organization. As such, we support the bills below: Regulatory Accountability Act (HR 5) - This bill would amend the Administrative Procedures Act (APA) to require agencies to be more open and transparent on data used to justify a rule. Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act (S. 21/HR 26) - Legislation that would require Congress to vote on every new major rulemaking proposed by the Executive Branch, which has an annual economic impact of $100 million or more. The organization supports S. 21 and HR 26. The Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act (HR 77) - Legislation that would require each agency, in providing notice of a rulemaking, to include a link to 100 word plain language summary of the proposed in regulations.gov. The organization supports HR 77. The Searching For and Cutting Regulations That Are Unnecessarily Burdensome Act of 2015 (SCRUB Act; HR 998) - Legislation that would establish a bi-partisan commission to review the Code of Federal Regulations and specify rules that should be repealed based on certain criteria. The organization supports HR 998. Presidential Appointments: The organization supported the confirmation of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt by cosigning a coalition letter. The organization has urged for the confirmation of former Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue as Agriculture Secretary. We are monitoring other USDA appointments as well as appointments to other departments/agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

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1st Quarter, 2017

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 19, 2017. Original Filing: 300870107.xml

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4th Quarter, 2016

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 18, 2017. Original Filing: 300848953.xml

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FY 2017 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration. Of interest to the organization are funding for USDA's Agriculture in the Classroom program and provisions affecting the administration of farm and conservation programs as well as animal health, livestock and poultry marketing, and meat inspection programs. FY 2017 Energy and Water and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the Department of Energy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Civil Works), Department of Interior, etc. The organization is concerned about the allocation of federal funds within the Corps' Missouri River budget between the Missouri River Recovery Program and the Bank Stabilization and Navigation Project. Other key policy provisions of interest to our organization include those pertaining to "Waters of the U.S." and the Endangered Species Act. FY 2017 Interior and Environment Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the Department of Interior, Environmental Protection Agency, Forest Service and related agencies. Of interest to the organization are provisions concerning the Waters of the U.S. final rule/Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and Worker Protection Standards rule pertaining to on-farm pesticide use. FY 2017 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and related Agencies Appropriations bill: The organization is monitoring discussions concerning the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals (PSM) standard. The effect of OSHA's interpretive memorandum would be felt most significantly on establishments that sell anhydrous ammonia in large quantities, and as a result, will impact farmers' access to and price of anhydrous ammonia. The organization has encouraged dialogue between Members of Congress and OSHA officials.

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The organization supports replacing the current federal income tax with a system that is simple, transparent, revenue-neutral and equitable. As such, we are closely monitoring discussions in the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Finance Committee. We are also supportive of extending certain temporary tax provisions and maintaining the like-kind exchange provision in the Internal Revenue Code. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (S.183/H.R.928): Legislation that would repeal the tax levied on a health insurance company's net premium. The tax was included in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which Farm Bureau opposed. The organization supports S.183/H.R.928. Death Tax Repeal Act (S.860/H.R.1155): Legislation that would amend the Internal Revenue Code to repeal estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes. The organization opposes the estate tax and therefore supports S.860/H.R.1155. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S.698): Legislation that would allow each member state under the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement to require all sellers not qualifying for a small-seller exception to collect and remit sales and use taxes with respect to internet sales. Remote sellers with less than $1 million annual sales are excluded; those who are above the threshold would be provided software for collecting the tax. The organization supports fair competition between local and main street retailers and internet-only sellers. The House companion bill is H.R.2775, the Remote Transactions Parity Act. Farm Equipment Depreciation (S.2202/H.R.4474): Legislation to permanently reinstate five-year depreciation for farm equipment. The organization supports this change since agriculture is an equipment-heavy industry. The Protect Family Farms and Businesses Act (H.R.6100/S.3436): Legislation to prohibit the Internal Revenue Service from finalizing and implementing its proposed regulations on liquidation of an interest with respect to estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes. The organization opposes the rulemaking because it would make it more difficult for farmers and ranchers who operate family-owned partnerships, LLCs or corporations to transfer their farms and ranches to the next generation. Comments were filed during the public comment period. Biodiesel Tax Incentive Reform and Extension Act of 2016 (H.R.5240): Legislation that would extend the $1-per-gallon tax credit for biodiesel through the end of 2019 and reform the credit from a blenders credit to a producers credit for fuel using U.S. commodities. The organization supports the bill.

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Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2015 (H.R.897): Legislation that would amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (CWA) to clarify that CWA permits are not needed when a pesticide is applied in accordance with a FIFRA-approved label. The organization is concerned about the potential for duplicative permitting requirements, thus approves of the proposed clarification. A similar bill, the Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2015 (S.1500), is pending in the Senate. Language from this bill was offered and approved as an amendment to the Bipartisan Sportsmen's Act (S.659), which is also pending in the Senate. Crop Protection: The organization is monitoring the Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) reviews of several agricultural crop protection products, including the herbicide atrazine. A draft ecological assessment for the herbicide was available for public comment. The organization submitted a letter along with comments from individual members in September. EPA has not responded.

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Regulatory Reform: This issue is a strategic priority for our organization. As such, we support the bills below and are working to carry the discussion forward in 2017. Regulatory Accountability Act (H.R.185): The bill would amend the Administrative Procedures Act (APA) to require agencies to be more open and transparent on data used to justify a rule. The organization supports H.R. 185. Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act (S.226): Legislation would require Congress to vote on every new major rulemaking proposed by the Executive Branch, which has an annual economic impact of $100 million or more. The organization supports S. 226. The Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act (H.R.690): Legislation would require each agency, in providing notice of a rulemaking, to include a link to 100 word plain language summary of the proposed in regulations.gov. The organization supports H.R. 690. The Searching For and Cutting Regulations That Are Unnecessarily Burdensome Act of 2015 (SCRUB Act)(H.R.1155): Legislation that would establish a bi-partisan commission to review the Code of Federal Regulations and specify rules that should be repealed based on certain criteria. The organization supports H.R. 1155.

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Trade Negotiations: Improving market access for all U.S. agricultural commodities and products and resolving sanitary and phytosanitary trade barriers are our priorities. The organization has supported congressional efforts to urge the Obama administration to make market access and trade barrier resolution priorities as well, particularly with regard to Japan. The organization is monitoring the Trans Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership negotiations. The organization supports the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) and has informed the Missouri Congressional delegation. Cuba Trade: The administration is moving to remove trade restrictions on credit and banking with Cuba as well re-establish diplomatic relations. Legislation has been introduced in Congress to help facilitate agricultural exports by loosening the requirement for cash only sales, a change the organization supports. This proposal is also being discussed as a part of the appropriations process.

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3rd Quarter, 2016

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 20, 2016. Original Filing: 300836932.xml

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The organization supports replacing the current federal income tax with a system that is simple, transparent, revenue-neutral and equitable. As such, we are closely monitoring discussions in the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Finance Committee. We are also supportive of extending certain temporary tax provisions and maintaining the like-kind exchange provision in the Internal Revenue Code. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (S.183/H.R.928): Legislation that would repeal the tax levied on a health insurance company's net premium. The tax was included in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which Farm Bureau opposed. The organization supports S.183/H.R.928. Death Tax Repeal Act (S.860/H.R.1155): Legislation that would amend the Internal Revenue Code to repeal estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes. The organization opposes the estate tax and therefore supports S.860/H.R.1155. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S.698): Legislation that would allow each member state under the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement to require all sellers not qualifying for a small-seller exception to collect and remit sales and use taxes with respect to internet sales. Remote sellers with less than $1 million annual sales are excluded; those who are above the threshold would be provided software for collecting the tax. The organization supports fair competition between local and main street retailers and internet-only sellers. The House companion bill is H.R.2775, the Remote Transactions Parity Act. Farm Equipment Depreciation (S.2202/H.R.4474): Legislation to permanently reinstate five-year depreciation for farm equipment. The organization supports this change since agriculture is an equipment-heavy industry. The Protect Family Farms and Businesses Act (H.R.6100/S.3436): Legislation to prohibit the Internal Revenue Service from finalizing and implementing its proposed regulations on liquidation of an interest with respect to estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes. The organization opposes the rulemaking because it would make it more difficult for farmers and ranchers who operate family-owned partnerships, LLCs or corporations to transfer their farms and ranches to the next generation. Biodiesel Tax Incentive Reform and Extension Act of 2016 (H.R.5240): Legislation that would extend the $1-per-gallon tax credit for biodiesel through the end of 2019 and reform the credit from a blenders credit to a producers credit for fuel using U.S. commodities. The organization supports the bill.

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Regulatory Accountability Act (H.R.185): The bill would amend the Administrative Procedures Act (APA) to require agencies to be more open and transparent on data used to justify a rule. The organization supports H.R. 185. Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act (S.226): Legislation would require Congress to vote on every new major rulemaking proposed by the Executive Branch, which has an annual economic impact of $100 million or more. The organization supports S. 226. The Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act (H.R.690): Legislation would require each agency, in providing notice of a rulemaking, to include a link to 100 word plain language summary of the proposed in regulations.gov. The organization supports H.R. 690. The Searching For and Cutting Regulations That Are Unnecessarily Burdensome Act of 2015 (SCRUB Act)(H.R.1155): Legislation that would establish a bi-partisan commission to review the Code of Federal Regulations and specify rules that should be repealed based on certain criteria. The organization supports H.R. 1155.

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Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015 (H.R.1599): Legislation that amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to create a uniform, national system governing the premarket review and labeling of foods containing genetically engineered ingredients. The organization supports the measure. Biotech Labeling Solutions Act of 2016 (S.2609): Legislation that amends the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to require the U.S. Department of Agriculture to establish a national voluntary labeling standard for products containing genetically modified ingredients. The organization supports S.2609. Genetically Engineered Food Right-to-Know Act (S.511): Legislation which directs the Food and Drug Administration to require food manufacturers to label foods containing genetically modified ingredients. The organization opposes S. 511. Roberts-Stabenow GMO labeling bill (S.764): Legislation that establishes a national disclosure standard for foods containing genetically-engineered ingredients, among other actions. The organization supported a voluntary standard, but also believed a single state should be not be allowed to set a de facto national labeling requirement, hence our reason for supporting S.764.

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Crop Insurance: A bill (S.345) to limit the premium subsidy provided by the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation to agricultural producers to $50,000 is pending in the U.S. Senate. The organization opposes the bill because changes in the federal program were considered and made during the 2014 farm bill debate. Safeguard American Food Exports Act (SAFE Act; S.1214/H.R.1942): Legislation that would prohibit the sale or transport of horses for purposes of human consumption. The organization opposes S.1214/H.R.1942. The Commodity End-User Relief Act (H.R.2289): Legislation that reauthorizes the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) through 2019. Other provisions of the bill would allow for greater protection of customer funds held by financial entities, relax certain Dodd-Frank requirements, and limit CFTC regulation of cross-border derivatives trading. The organization supports reauthorization of the CFTC. Dairy Assistance: The organization supported congressional requests to the U.S. Department of Agriculture seeking emergency assistance for dairy farmers. More specifically, the organization supported the purchase of dairy products to be used in USDA nutrition programs and for donations to food banks.

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Common Sense in Species Protection Act (S.112): Legislation that would require the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to publish and make available for public comment an economic analysis outlining costs to the public from the listing of a species under the Endangered Species Act as well as designating critical habitat. The organization supports S. 112. The State, Tribal, and Local Species Transparency and Recovery Act (H.R.2352): Legislation to require the federal government to supply all data used in determining a species' status to affected states before a listing decision is made. The organization supports this bill to provide transparency within the Endangered Species Act. Missouri River Management: The organization is concerned about potential revisions in the Missouri River Master Manual that could result from the Missouri River Recovery Management Plan/Environmental Impact Statement process.

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2nd Quarter, 2016

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 20, 2016. Original Filing: 300821107.xml

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Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015 (H.R.1599): Legislation that amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to create a uniform, national system governing the premarket review and labeling of foods containing genetically engineered ingredients. The organization supports the measure. Biotech Labeling Solutions Act of 2016 (S.2609): Legislation that amends the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to require the U.S. Department of Agriculture to establish a national voluntary labeling standard for products containing genetically modified ingredients. The organization supports S.2609. Genetically Engineered Food Right-to-Know Act (S.511): Legislation which directs the Food and Drug Administration to require food manufacturers to label foods containing genetically modified ingredients. The organization opposes S. 511. Roberts-Stabenow GMO labeling bill (S. 764): Legislation that establishes a national disclosure standard for foods containing genetically-engineered ingredients, among other actions. The organization supported a voluntary standard, but also believed a single state should be not be allowed to set a de facto national labeling requirement, hence the need for S. 764.

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Farm Bill: The President's budget proposal for FY 2017 calls for a ten-year $18 billion cut in the federal crop insurance program. The organization opposes this recommendation. Crop Insurance: A bill (S.345) to limit the premium subsidy provided by the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation to agricultural producers to $50,000 is pending in the U.S. Senate. The organization opposes the bill because changes in the federal program were considered and made during the 2014 farm bill debate. Safeguard American Food Exports Act (SAFE Act; S.1214/H.R.1942): Legislation that would prohibit the sale or transport of horses for purposes of human consumption. The organization opposes S. 1214/H.R. 1942. The Commodity End-User Relief Act (H.R.2289): Legislation that reauthorizes the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) through 2019. Other provisions of the bill would allow for greater protection of customer funds held by financial entities, relax certain Dodd-Frank requirements, and limit CFTC regulation of cross-border derivatives trading. The organization supports reauthorization of the CFTC. Biotechnology: In February, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) published a Notice of Intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement in connection with possible revisions to its biotechnology regulations. The organization encouraged House members to cosign a dear colleague letter led by Reps. Newhouse and Schrader to USDA expressing support for ag innovation and urging caution in making sweeping changes. Cotton: In April, USDA increased the transportation adjustment in the adjusted world price for upland cotton, which prompted questions among our members that raise the fiber crop. The organization made inquiries to select House members in an attempt to glean more insight into USDAs decision. Poultry Indemnity Program: The organization submitted comments to USDAs Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service in favor of the proposed interim rule Conditions for Payment of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Indemnity Claims. House members from Missouri received a copy of the comment letter.

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Health Care Reform (H.R.596): Legislation that would repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and the health care provisions contained in the Health Care and Education and Reconciliation Act of 2010. The bill then would require specified committees to develop legislation addressing various issues pertaining to health care. The organization supported passage of the bill. Simplifying Technical Aspects Regarding Seasonality Act of 2015 (STARS Act; H.R.863/S.1809): Legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code to align the definitions of seasonal worker and seasonal employee as a worker who is employed on a seasonal basis for six months or less during the calendar year for the purposes of Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance. The organization supports the clarification to the ACA.

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Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act of 2015 (S.577): Legislation that would amend the Clean Air Act to revise the renewable fuel program by eliminating the annual renewable fuel standard that requires 36 billion gallons of renewable fuel to be blended into transportation fuel by 2022. The bill would not affect separate requirements for advanced biofuel, cellulosic biofuel, or biomass-based diesel. The organization opposes the bill because our member-adopted policies favor the development and use of renewable energy from feedstock produced on farm and ranch lands as part of a comprehensive national energy policy that includes traditional, renewable and alternative sources. On a related note, the organization was disappointed EPA's proposed blending requirements for biofuels fell short of those set in statute. Biofuels: The organization supports the use of advanced biofuels by the U.S. Armed Services as a means to diverse our militarys energy portfolio and provide greater operational flexibility. We are pleased with the commitment shown by the Departments of the Navy, Energy and Agriculture via a Memorandum of Understanding to expedite the development of advanced drop-in aviation and marine biofuels.

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1st Quarter, 2016

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 19, 2016. Original Filing: 300794959.xml

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FY 2017 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration. Of interest to the organization are funding for USDA's Agriculture in the Classroom program and provisions affecting the administration of farm and conservation programs as well as animal health and meat inspection programs. FY 2017 Energy and Water and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the Department of Energy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Civil Works), Department of Interior, etc. The organization is concerned about the allocation of federal funds within the Corps' Missouri River budget between the Missouri River Recovery Program and the Bank Stabilization and Navigation Project. Other key policy provisions of interest to our organization include those pertaining to "Waters of the U.S." and the Endangered Species Act. FY 2017 Interior and Environment Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the Department of Interior, Environmental Protection Agency, Forest Service and related agencies. Of interest to the organization are provisions concerning the Waters of the U.S. final rule/Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and Worker Protection Standards rule pertaining to on-farm pesticide use. FY 2017 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and related Agencies Appropriations bill: The organization is monitoring discussions concerning the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals (PSM) standard. The effect of OSHA's interpretive memorandum would be felt most significantly on establishments that sell anhydrous ammonia in large quantities, and as a result, will impact farmers' access to and price of anhydrous ammonia.

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Regulatory Accountability Act (H.R.185): The bill would amend the Administrative Procedures Act (APA) to require agencies to be more open and transparent on data used to justify a rule. The organization supports H.R. 185. Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act (S.226): Legislation would require Congress to vote on every new major rulemaking proposed by the Executive Branch, which has an annual economic impact of $100 million or more. The organization supports S. 226. The Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act (H.R.690): Legislation would require each agency, in providing notice of a rulemaking, to include a link to 100 word plain language summary of the proposed in regulations.gov. The organization supports H.R. 690. The Searching For and Cutting Regulations That Are Unnecessarialy Burdensome Act of 2015 (SCRUB Act)(H.R.1155): Legislation that would establish a bi-partisan commission to review the Code of Federal Regulations and specify rules that should be repealed based on certain criteria. The organization supports H.R. 1155.

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Trade Negotiations: Improving market access for all U.S. agricultural commodities and products and resolving sanitary and phytosanitary trade barriers are our priorities. The organization has supported congressional efforts to urge the Obama administration to make market access and trade barrier resolution priorities as well, particularly with regard to Japan. The organization is monitoring the Trans Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership negotiations. The organization supports the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP). Cuba Trade: The administration is moving to remove trade restrictions on credit and banking with Cuba as well as exploring re-establishment of diplomatic relations. Legislation, such as S. 491, has been introduced in Congress. The organization supports normalization of trade with Cuba.

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Common Sense in Species Protection Act (S.112): Legislation that would require the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to publish and make available for public comment an economic analysis outlining costs to the public from the listing of a species under the Endangered Species Act as well as designating critical habitat. The organization supports S. 112. The State, Tribal, and Local Species Transparency and Recovery Act (H.R.2352): Legislation to require the federal government to supply all data used in determining a species' status to affected states before a listing decision is made. The organization supports this bill to provide transparency within the Endangered Species Act. Missouri River Management: A letter was sent to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from Members of Congress (whose districts lie within the Missouri River Basin) expressing opposition to Missouri River Master Manual revisions that could result from the Missouri River Recovery Management Plan/Environmental Impact Statement process. The organization encouraged Members in the Missouri Congressional delegation to cosign.

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4th Quarter, 2015

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 19, 2016. Original Filing: 300776991.xml

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FY 2016 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration. Of interest to the organization are funding for USDA's Agriculture in the Classroom program and provisions affecting the administration of farm and conservation programs as well as animal health and meat inspection programs. FY 2016 Energy and Water and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the Department of Energy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Civil Works), Department of Interior, etc. The organization is concerned about the allocation of federal funds within the Corps' Missouri River budget between the Missouri River Recovery Program and the Bank Stabilization and Navigation Project. Other key policy provisions of interest to our organization include those pertaining to "Waters of the U.S." and the Endangered Species Act. FY 2016 Interior and Environment Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the Department of Interior, Environmental Protection Agency, Forest Service and related agencies. Of interest to the organization are provisions concerning the Waters of the U.S. final rule/Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Act. Bipartisan Budget Act: Legislation that set forth a two-year budget agreement, suspended the limit on public debt temporarily, and made structural changes in select entitlement programs, among other purposes. The organization opposed changes in the federal crop insurance program, which were included in the legislation. Consolidated Appropriations Act (H.R. 2029): Legislation containing both the Fiscal Year (FY) 2016 Omnibus Appropriations bill and the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act. The PATH Act made numerous expiring tax provisions permanent, including Section 179 small business expensing, and extended others temporarily. The organization supported passage of the omnibus spending bill and the PATH Act.

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The organization supports replacing the current federal income tax with a system that is simple, transparent, revenue-neutral and equitable. As such, we are closely monitoring discussions in the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Finance Committee. We are also supportive of extending certain tax provisions that expired at the end of 2014. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (S.183/H.R. 928): Legislation that would repeal the tax levied on a health insurance company's net premium. The tax was included in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which Farm Bureau opposed. The organization supports S. 183/H.R. 928. Death Tax Repeal Act (S.860/H.R. 1155): Legislation that would amend the Internal Revenue Code to repeal estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes. The organization opposes the estate tax and therefore supports S.860/H.R. 1155. America's Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (H.R. 636): Legislation to reinstate and make permanent Section 179 small business expensing. The tax provision expired on January 1, 2015. The organization supports Section 179 expensing for farmers, ranchers and small business owners and therefore supports H.R. 636. America Gives More Act of 2015 (H.R. 644): Legislation to make permanent the tax deduction for charitable contributions of food by any trade or business and other purposes. The tax provision expired on January 1, 2015. The organization supports H.R. 644. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S.698): Legislation that would allow each member state under the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement to require all sellers not qualifying for a small-seller exception to collect and remit sales and use taxes with respect to internet sales. Remote sellers with less than $1 million annual sales are excluded; those who are above the threshold would be provided software for collecting the tax. The organization supports fair competition between local and main street retailers and internet-only sellers. The House companion bill is H.R. 2775, the Remote Transactions Parity Act. Farm Equipment Depreciation: Legislation to permanently reinstate five-year depreciation for farm equipment. The organization supports this change since agriculture is an equipment-heavy industry. Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act: Legislation that made numerous expiring tax provisions permanent for families and small businesses, including Section 179 small business expensing. The bill also extended other tax provisions on a temporary basis. Our organization supported passage of the PATH Act.

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"Waters of the U.S." Final Rule: The organization has serious concerns about the final rule issued by the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to define the scope of waters protected under the Clean Water Act. Our concerns were detailed in comments submitted to the docket. The organization supports The Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015 (H.R. 1732) and The Federal Water Quality Protection Act (S. 1140) to prohibit the agencies from moving forward with the rule and directing them to consult with state and local officials before writing a new rule. The organization supported action through the Congressional Review Act to disapprove the WOTUS rule (S.J.Res.22). Clean Power Plan: The organization remains concerned about the potential cost of EPA's Clean Power Plan (greenhouse gas regulations) in terms of higher utility bills for farm families and other consumers. The organization supported action through the Congressional Review Act to disapprove the Clean Power Plan (S.J.Res.23 and S.J.Res.24).

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Regulatory Accountability Act (H.R. 185): The bill would amend the Administrative Procedures Act (APA) to require agencies to be more open and transparent on data used to justify a rule. The organization supports H.R. 185. Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act (S. 226): Legislation would require Congress to vote on every new major rulemaking proposed by the Executive Branch, which has an annual economic impact of $100 million or more. The organization supports S. 226. The Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act (H.R. 690): Legislation would require each agency, in providing notice of a rulemaking, to include a link to 100 word plain language summary of the proposed in regulations.gov. The organization supports H.R. 690. The Searching For and Cutting Regulations That Are Unnecessarialy Burdensome Act of 2015 (SCRUB Act)(H.R. 1155): Legislation that would establish a bi-partisan commission to review the Code of Federal Regulations and specify rules that should be repealed based on certain criteria. The organization supports H.R. 1155.

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Trade Negotiations: The organization is monitoring the Trans Pacific Partnership and Trans Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership negotiations. Improving market access for all U.S. agricultural commodities and products and resolving sanitary and phytosanitary trade barriers are our priorities. The organization has supported congressional efforts to urge the Obama administration to make market access and trade barrier resolution priorities as well, particularly with regard to Japan. The organization supported congressional action to renew Trade Promotion Authority (H.R. 1314/S. 995). Cuba Trade: The administration is moving to remove trade restrictions on credit and banking with Cuba as well as exploring re-establishment of diplomatic relations. Legislation, such as S. 491, has been introduced in Congress. The organization supports normalization of trade with Cuba. COOL: County of Origin Labeling Amendments Act of 2015 (H.R. 2393) repeals COOL requirements for beef, pork and chicken. Changes are needed in federal law and regulations as a result of a WTO ruling. The organization is concerned about trade retaliation from Canada and Mexico and is therefore supportive of this bill.

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Health Care Reform (H.R. 596): Legislation that would repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and the health care provisions contained in the Health Care and Education and Reconciliation Act of 2010. The bill then would require specified committees to develop legislation addressing various issues pertaining to health care. The organization supported passage of the bill. Simplifying Technical Aspects Regarding Seasonality Act of 2015 (STARS Act; H.R. 863/S.1809): Legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code to align the definitions of seasonal worker and seasonal employee as a worker who is employed on a seasonal basis for six months or less during the calendar year for the purposes of Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance. The organization supports the clarification to the ACA. Dietary Guidelines: Several provisions contained in the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee report as well as the Dietary Guidelines of Americans are of concern to farmers and ranchers. The organization submitted comments during the formal comment period detailing concerns about the inclusion of agricultural sustainability.

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3rd Quarter, 2015

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 16, 2015. Original Filing: 300755319.xml

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The organization supports replacing the current federal income tax with a system that is simple, transparent, revenue-neutral and equitable. As such, we are closely monitoring discussions in the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Finance Committee. We are also supportive of extending certain tax provisions that expired at the end of 2014. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (S.183/H.R. 928): Legislation that would repeal the tax levied on a health insurance company's net premium. The tax was included in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which Farm Bureau opposed. The organization supports S. 183/H.R. 928. Death Tax Repeal Act (S.860/H.R. 1155): Legislation that would amend the Internal Revenue Code to repeal estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes. The organization opposes the estate tax and therefore supports S.860/H.R. 1155. America's Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (H.R. 636): Legislation to reinstate and make permanent Section 179 small business expensing. The tax provision expired on January 1, 2015. The organization supports Section 179 expensing for farmers, ranchers and small business owners and therefore supports H.R. 636. America Gives More Act of 2015 (H.R. 644): Legislation to make permanent the tax deduction for charitable contributions of food by any trade or business and other purposes. The tax provision expired on January 1, 2015. The organization supports H.R. 644. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S.698): Legislation that would allow each member state under the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement to require all sellers not qualifying for a small-seller exception to collect and remit sales and use taxes with respect to internet sales. Remote sellers with less than $1 million annual sales are excluded; those who are above the threshold would be provided software for collecting the tax. The organization supports fair competition between local and main street retailers and internet-only sellers. The House companion bill is H.R. 2775, the Remote Transactions Parity Act. Farm Equipment Depreciation: Legislation to permanently reinstate five-year depreciation for farm equipment. The organization supports this change since agriculture is an equipment-heavy industry.

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"Waters of the U.S." Final Rule: The organization has serious concerns about the final rule issued by the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to define the scope of waters protected under the Clean Water Act. Our concerns were detailed in comments submitted to the docket. The organization supports The Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015 (H.R. 1732) and The Federal Water Quality Protection Act (S. 1140) to prohibit the agencies from moving forward with the rule and directing them to consult with state and local officials before writing a new rule. Clean Power Plan: The organization remains concerned about the potential cost of EPA's Clean Power Plan (greenhouse gas regulations) in terms of higher utility bills for farm families and other consumers.

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Regulatory Accountability Act (H.R. 185): The bill would amend the Administrative Procedures Act (APA) to require agencies to be more open and transparent on data used to justify a rule. The organization supports H.R. 185. Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act (S. 226): Legislation would require Congress to vote on every new major rulemaking proposed by the Executive Branch, which has an annual economic impact of $100 million or more. The organization supports S. 226. The Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act (H.R. 690): Legislation would require each agency, in providing notice of a rulemaking, to include a link to 100 word plain language summary of the proposed in regulations.gov. The organization supports H.R. 690. The Searching For and Cutting Regulations That Are Unnecessarialy Burdensome Act of 2015 (SCRUB Act)(H.R. 1155): Legislation that would establish a bi-partisan commission to review the Code of Federal Regulations and specify rules that should be repealed based on certain criteria. The organization supports H.R. 1155.

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Farm Bill Implementation: The President's budget proposal for FY 2016 calls for a reduction in subsidies for revenue insurance policies that insure crop price at the time of harvest. Also included is reform of prevented planting coverage, including adjustments to payment rates. The organization opposes these adjustments. Horse Slaughter: Safeguard American Food Exports Act (SAFE Act; S. 1214/H.R. 1942): Legislation that would prohibit the sale or transport of horses for purposes of human consumption. The organization opposes S. 1214/H.R. 1942. Crop Insurance: A bill to limit the level of premium subsidy provided by the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation to agricultural producers (S. 345): The organization opposes a $50,000 cap on crop insurance premium subsidies. Grain Standards: The United States Grain Standards Act Reauthorization Act of 2015 (H.R. 2088) reauthorizes federal grain weighing and inspection through FY2020. Other goals of the bill include avoiding inspection shutdowns, delegating certain inspection duties to states, and requiring USDA to make sure that export inspections are not interrupted. The Senate companion is S. 1417. The organization supports H.R. 2088/S. 1417. CFTC: The Commodity End-User Relief Act (H.R. 2289) reauthorizes the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) through 2019. Other provisions of the bill would allow for greater protection of customer funds held by financial entities, relax certain Dodd-Frank requirements, and limit CFTC regulation of cross-border derivatives trading. The organization supports reauthorization of the CFTC. Price Reporting: The Mandatory Price Reporting Act (H.R. 2051) extends livestock mandatory price reporting through September 2020. The organization supported H.R. 2051, which was combined with the Grain Standards Act and passed by the Senate.

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Health Care Reform (H.R. 596): Legislation that would repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and the health care provisions contained in the Health Care and Education and Reconciliation Act of 2010. The bill then would require specified committees to develop legislation addressing various issues pertaining to health care. The organization supported passage of the bill. Simplifying Technical Aspects Regarding Seasonality Act of 2015 (STARS Act; H.R. 863/S.1809): Legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code to align the definitions of seasonal worker and seasonal employee as a worker who is employed on a seasonal basis for six months or less during the calendar year for the purposes of Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance. The organization supports the clarification to the ACA. Dietary Guidelines: Several provisions contained in the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee report as well as the Dietary Guidelines of Americans are of concern to farmers and ranchers. The organization submitted comments during the formal comment period detailing concerns about the inclusion of agricultural sustainability.

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Immigration Reform: Comprehensive immigration reform is of interest to the organization because each year farmers and ranchers hire and employ approximately one million workers, some of whom are foreign-born. The organizations member-adopted policies emphasize the importance of securing our borders and enforcing existing immigration laws while also recognizing the need for a more viable worker program for agriculture. The organization opposes legislation that would mandate E-verify without providing agricultural employers access to a legal current workforce and a new temporary worker program. Secure Our Borders First Act (H.R. 399): Legislation that sets forth a number of steps to be taken by the Department of Homeland Security to improve border security. The bill is consistent with our organizations member-adopted policy that supports securing our borders by using the most technologically advanced means possible and in a way with minimal impact on agricultural producers.

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2nd Quarter, 2015

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 17, 2015. Original Filing: 300738879.xml

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FY 2016 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration. Of interest to the organization are funding for USDA's Agriculture in the Classroom program and provisions affecting the administration of farm and conservation programs as well as animal health and meat inspection programs. FY 2016 Energy and Water and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the Department of Energy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Civil Works), Department of Interior, etc. The organization is concerned about the allocation of federal funds within the Corps' Missouri River budget between the Missouri River Recovery Program and the Bank Stabilization and Navigation Project. Other key policy provisions of interest to our organization include those pertaining to "Waters of the U.S." and the Endangered Species Act. Senate FY2016 Budget Resolution (S.Con.Res.11): The organization supported two amendments to the resolution: 1) the Barrasso amendment pertaining to EPAs Waters of the U.S. rulemaking and 2) the Thune amendment advocating full repeal of federal estate taxes. Presidents FY2016 Budget: The organization is concerned about proposals contained in the Presidents FY2016 Budget regarding capital gains taxes (the administration recommends an increase along with repeal of stepped-up basis) and the federal crop insurance program.

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The organization supports replacing the current federal income tax with a system that is simple, transparent, revenue-neutral and equitable. As such, we are closely monitoring discussions in the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Finance Committee. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (S.183/H.R. 928): Legislation that would repeal the tax levied on a health insurance company's net premium. The tax was included in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which Farm Bureau opposed. The organization supports S. 183/H.R. 928. Death Tax Repeal Act (S.860/H.R. 1155): Legislation that would amend the Internal Revenue Code to repeal estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes. The organization opposes the estate tax and therefore supports S.860/H.R. 1155. America's Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (H.R. 636): Legislation to reinstate and make permanent Section 179 small business expensing. The tax provision expired on January 1, 2015. The organization supports Section 179 expensing for farmers, ranchers and small business owners and therefore supports H.R. 636. America Gives More Act of 2015 (H.R. 644): Legislation to make permanent the tax deduction for charitable contributions of food by any trade or business and other purposes. The tax provision expired on January 1, 2015. The organization supports H.R. 644. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S.698): Legislation that would allow each member state under the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement to require all sellers not qualifying for a small-seller exception to collect and remit sales and use taxes with respect to internet sales. Remote sellers with less than $1 million annual sales are excluded; those who are above the threshold would be provided software for collecting the tax. The organization supports fair competition between local and main street retailers and internet-only sellers.

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Regulatory Accountability Act (H.R. 185): The bill would amend the Administrative Procedures Act (APA) to require agencies to be more open and transparent on data used to justify a rule. The organization supports H.R. 185. Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act (S. 226): Legislation would require Congress to vote on every new major rulemaking proposed by the Executive Branch, which has an annual economic impact of $100 million or more. The organization supports S. 226. The Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act (H.R. 690): Legislation would require each agency, in providing notice of a rulemaking, to include a link to 100 word plain language summary of the proposed in regulations.gov. The organization supports H.R. 690. The Searching For and Cutting Regulations That Are Unnecessarialy Burdensome Act of 2015 (SCRUB Act)(H.R. 1155): Legislation that would establish a bi-partisan commission to review the Code of Federal Regulations and specify rules that should be repealed based on certain criteria. The organization supports H.R. 1155.

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Farm Bill Implementation: The President's budget proposal for FY 2016 calls for a reduction in subsidies for revenue insurance policies that insure crop price at the time of harvest. Also included is reform of prevented planting coverage, including adjustments to payment rates. The organization opposes these adjustments. Horse Slaughter: Safeguard American Food Exports Act (SAFE Act; S. 1214/H.R. 1942)): Legislation that would prohibit the sale or transport of horses for purposes of human consumption. The organization opposes S. 1214/H.R. 1942. Crop Insurance: A bill to limit the level of premium subsidy provided by the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation to agricultural producers (S. 345): The organization opposes a $50,000 cap on crop insurance premium subsidies. Grain Standards: The United States Grain Standards Act Reauthorization Act of 2015 (H.R. 2088) reauthorizes federal grain weighing and inspection through FY2020. Other goals of the bill include avoiding inspection shutdowns, delegating certain inspection duties to states, and requiring USDA to make sure that export inspections are not interrupted. The Senate companion is S. 1417. The organization supports H.R. 2088/S. 1417. CFTC: The Commodity End-User Relief Act (H.R. 2289) reauthorizes the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) through 2019. Other provisions of the bill would allow for greater protection of customer funds held by financial entities, relax certain Dodd-Frank requirements, and limit CFTC regulation of cross-border derivatives trading. The organization supports reauthorization of the CFTC. Price Reporting: The Mandatory Price Reporting Act (H.R. 2051) extends livestock mandatory price reporting through September 2020. Of particular interest is the addition of language to ensure price reporting continues in the event of a government shutdown. The organization supports H.R. 2051.

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Health Care Reform (H.R. 596): Legislation that would repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and the health care provisions contained in the Health Care and Education and Reconciliation Act of 2010. The bill then would require specified committees to develop legislation addressing various issues pertaining to health care. The organization supported passage of the bill. Simplifying Technical Aspects Regarding Seasonality Act of 2015 (STARS Act; H.R. 863): Legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code to align the definitions of seasonal worker and seasonal employee as a worker who is employed on a seasonal basis for six months or less during the calendar year for the purposes of Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance. The organization supports the clarification to the ACA. Dietary Guidelines: Several provisions contained in the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee report as well as the Dietary Guidelines of Americans are of concern to farmers and ranchers. The organization submitted comments during the formal comment period detailing concerns about the inclusion of agricultural sustainability.

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1st Quarter, 2015

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 20, 2015. Original Filing: 300724962.xml

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The organization supports replacing the current federal income tax with a system that is simple, transparent, revenue-neutral and equitable. As such, we are closely monitoring discussions in the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Finance Committee. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (S.183/H.R. 928): Legislation that would repeal the tax levied on a health insurance company's net premium. The tax was included in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which Farm Bureau opposed. The organization supports S. 183/H.R. 928. Death Tax Repeal Act (S.860/H.R. 1155): Legislation that would amend the Internal Revenue Code to repeal estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes. The organization opposes the estate tax and therefore supports S.860/H.R. 1155. America's Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (H.R. 636): Legislation to reinstate and make permanent Section 179 small business expensing. The tax provision expired on January 1, 2015. The organization supports Section 179 expensing for farmers, ranchers and small business owners and therefore supports H.R. 636. America Gives More Act of 2015 (H.R. 644): Legislation to make permanent the tax deduction for charitable contributions of food by any trade or business and other purposes. The tax provision expired on January 1, 2015. The organization supports H.R. 644. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S.698): Legislation that would allow each member state under the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement to require all sellers not qualifying for a small-seller exception to collect and remit sales and use taxes with respect to internet sales. Remote sellers with less than $1 million annual sales are excluded; those who are above the threshold would be provided software for collecting the tax. The organization supports fair competition between local and main street retailers and internet-only sellers.

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Regulatory Accountability Act (H.R. 185): The bill would amend the Administrative Procedures Act (APA) to require agencies to be more open and transparent on data used to justify a rule. The organization supports H.R. 185. Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act (S. 226): Legislation would require Congress to vote on every new major rulemaking proposed by the Executive Branch, which has an annual economic impact of $100 million or more. The organization supports S. 226. The Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act (H.R. 690): Legislation would require each agency, in providing notice of a rulemaking, to include a link to 100 word plain language summary of the proposed in regulations.gov. The organization supports H.R. 690. The Searching For and Cutting Regulations That Are Unnecessarialy Burdensome Act of 2015 (SCRUB Act)(H.R. 1155): Legislation that would establish a bi-partisan commission to review the Code of Federal Regulations and specify rules that should be repealed based on certain criteria. The organization supports H.R. 1155.

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4th Quarter, 2014

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 19, 2015. Original Filing: 300701011.xml

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FY 2015 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill (H.R. 4800): Legislation that provides funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration. Of interest to the organization were funding for USDA's Agriculture in the Classroom program and provisions affecting the administration of farm and conservation programs, animal health and meat inspection programs, and Packers and Stockyards Act regulations. FY 2015 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (H.R. 4923): Measure to fund the civil works projects of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation and Central Utah Project; the Department of Energy (DOE); and a number of independent agencies. Of specific interest to the organization was the Army Corps of Engineers' budget. The organization supported the spending prohibition for the Missouri River Ecosystem Restoration Plan (MREPP) as well as the Missouri River Authorized Purposes Study (MRAPS).

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"Electricity Security and Affordability Act" (H.R. 3826): Legislation that would prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from establishing a performance standard for greenhouse gas emissions from any new sources that is a fossil fuel-fired electric generating unit unless specific requirements are met. The organization supports H.R. 3826. "Farmer Identity Protection Act" (S. 1343): Legislation to prohibit the EPA or any EPA contractor from releasing private and confidential information of livestock and poultry farmers to the public. The organization supports S. 1343 and a similar bill in the House of Representatives, H.R. 4157. "Waters of the U.S." Proposed Rule: The organization has serious concerns about the proposed rule issued by the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to define the scope of waters protected under the Clean Water Act as well as the Interpretive Rule Regarding the Applicability of Clean Water Act Section 404(f)(l)(A). Our concerns were detailed in comments submitted to the docket. "Waters of the United States Regulatory Overreach Protection Act" (H.R. 5078): Legislation prohibiting the Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers from developing, finalizing, adopting, implementing, applying, administering, or enforcing the proposed "Waters of the U.S." (WOTUS) rule. The bill also requires the agencies to withdraw the interpretive rule issued in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and consult with state and local officials concerning the scope of the federal Clean Water Act. The organization supports the measure. The organization submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) explaining members' concerns with the "Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines for Existing Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units" rulemaking. The organization opposes the regulation of greenhouse gases under the federal Clean Air Act.

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3rd Quarter, 2014

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 17, 2014. Original Filing: 300680690.xml

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FY 2015 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill (H.R. 4800): Legislation that provides funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration. Of interest to the organization are funding for USDA's Agriculture in the Classroom program and provisions affecting the administration of farm and conservation programs, animal health and meat inspection programs, and Packers and Stockyards Act regulations. Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (H.R. 4923): Measure to fund the civil works projects of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation and Central Utah Project; the Department of Energy (DOE); and a number of independent agencies. Of specific interest to the organization is the Army Corps of Engineers' budget. The organization supports the spending prohibition for the Missouri River Ecosystem Restoration Plan (MRERP) as well as the Missouri River Authorized Purposes Study (MRAPS).

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"Electricity Security and Affordability Act" (H.R. 3826): Legislation that would prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from establishing a performance standard for greenhouse gas emissions from any new source that is a fossil fuel-fired electric generating unit unless specific requirements are met. The organization supports H.R. 3826. "Farmer Identity Protection Act" (S. 1343): Legislation to prohibit the EPA or any EPA contractor from releasing private and confidential information of livestock and poultry farmers to the public. The organization supports S. 1343 and a similar bill in the House of Representatives, H.R. 4157. "Waters of the U.S." Proposed Rule: The organization has serious concerns about the proposed rule issued by the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to define the scope of waters protected under the Clean Water Act as well as the Interpretive Rule Regarding the Applicability of Clean Water Act Section 404(f)(1)(A). "Waters of the United States Regulatory Overreach Protection Act" (H.R. 5078): Legislation prohibiting the Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers from developing, finalizing, adopting, implementing, applying, administering, or enforcing the proposed Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule. The bill also requires the agencies to withdraw the interpretive rule issued in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and consult with state and local officials concerning the scope of the federal Clean Water Act. The organization supports the measure.

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2nd Quarter, 2014

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 21, 2014. Original Filing: 300664662.xml

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Passage of a comprehensive, multi-year farm bill was a priority of the organization. The organization supported the Agricultural Act of 2014 Conference Report. Among other purposes, the new farm bill strengthens the federal crop insurance program, offers a choice of safety net options within the commodity title, and reinstates disaster assistance programs for livestock producers. (continued)It also encourages working lands conservation, rural development and agricultural research investments. The organization urged congressional support for prioritizing implementation of disaster assistance programs reinstated in the 2014 Farm Bill. The organization is monitoring implementation of various provisions in the 2014 Farm Bill. Of specific interest to the organization is implementation of the Livestock Forage Program and the Livestock Indemnity Program.

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Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013 (S. 336/H.R. 684): Legislation that would allow each member state under the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement to require all sellers not qualifying for a small-seller exception to collect and remit sales and use taxes with respect to internet sales. Remote sellers with less than $1 million annual sales are excluded; those who are above the threshold would be provided software for collecting the tax. (continued)The organization supports fair competition between local and main street retailers and internet-only sellers. Tax Reform: The organization supports replacing the current federal income tax with a system that is simple, transparent, revenue-neutral and equitable. As such, we are closely monitoring discussions in the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Finance Committee. Furthermore, the organization supports extending several tax provisions that lapsed at the end of 2013 (e.g. section 179 small business expensing, bonus depreciation, the cellulosic biofuel producer tax credit, etc.). The organization supports passage of H.R. 4718 which would make 50 percent bonus depreciation permanent. We support maintaining current cash accounting rules for farmers and ranchers.

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Electricity Security and Affordability Act (H.R. 3826): The legislation would prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from establishing a performance standard for greenhouse gas emissions from any new source that is a fossil fuel-fired electric utility generating unit unless specific requirements are met. The organization supports H.R. 3826. (continued)Farmer Identity Protection Act (S. 1343): Legislation to prohibit the EPA or any EPA contractor from releasing private and confidential information of livestock and poultry farmers to the public. The organization supports S. 1343 and a similar bill in the House of Representatives, H.R. 4157. Waters of the United States Proposed Rule: The organization has serious concerns about the proposed rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers to define the scope of waters protected under the Clean Water Act as well as the Interpretive Rule Regarding the Applicability of Clean Water Act Section 404(f)(1)(A). The organization urged congressional support for the Collins-Schrader "Dear Colleague" letter to the agencies. The organization is also supportive of legislative efforts to address our members' concerns with the proposed rule and interpretive rule.

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1st Quarter, 2014

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 17, 2014. Original Filing: 300638900.xml

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Passage of a comprehensive, multi-year farm bill was a priority of the organization. The organization supported the Agricultural Act of 2014 Conference Report. Among other purposes, the new farm bill strengthens the federal crop insurance program, offers a choice of safety net options within the commodity title, and reinstates disaster assistance programs for livestock producers. (continued)It also encourages working lands conservation, rural development and agricultural research investments. The organization urged congressional support for prioritizing implementation of disaster assistance programs reinstated in the 2014 Farm Bill. The organization submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Agriculture in response to its draft Environmental Impact Statement for the new Enlist corn, Enlist soybean and Enlist E3 soybean traits that are resistant to the herbicide 2,4-D. USDAs preferred alternative is to deregulate the traits; the organization supports the recommendation.

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Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013 (S. 336/H.R. 684): Legislation that would allow each member state under the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement to require all sellers not qualifying for a small-seller exception to collect and remit sales and use taxes with respect to internet sales. Remote sellers with less than $1 million annual sales are excluded; those who are above the threshold would be provided software for collecting the tax. (continued)The organization supports fair competition between local and main street retailers and internet-only sellers. Tax Reform: The organization supports replacing the current federal income tax with a system that is simple, transparent, revenue-neutral and equitable. As such, we are closely monitoring discussions in the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Finance Committee. Furthermore, the organization supports extending several tax provisions that lapsed at the end of 2013 (e.g. section 179 small business expensing, bonus depreciation, the cellulosic biofuel producer tax credit, etc.). We support maintaining current cash accounting rules for farmers and ranchers.

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FY 2015 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration. Of interest to the organization are funding for USDA's Agriculture in the Classroom program and provisions affecting the administration of farm and conservation programs, animal health and meat inspection programs, and Packers and Stockyards Act regulations. (continued)Consolidated Appropriations Act (FY 2014): The organization did not take a position on the overall package, but opposed the provision precluding USDA from spending federal dollars to provide inspection for the processing of horses for human consumption. The organization supported a provision in the Energy and Water Appropriations bill prohibiting funding of the Missouri River Ecosystem Restoration Plan (MRERP).

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Oil Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures (SPCC) Rule: A regulation enforced by the Environmental Protection Agency concerning above- and below-ground storage of oil, fuel, etc. Facilities with certain quantities of oil/fuel storage must complete and implement a spill control plan to use in the event an emergency would occur. It is of interest to the organization because farms and ranches often have fuel storage areas and could therefore fall under the regulation. (continued) Renewable Fuel Standard: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to reduce the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS2) requirement for 2014 below the level set by Congress in the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA). The organization supports the RFS2 as passed by Congress. Keystone XL Pipeline: The organization submitted a letter in response to the U.S. State Department's public comment period for the Presidential Permit application. We support a favorable National Interest Determination.

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4th Quarter, 2013

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 17, 2014. Original Filing: 300618231.xml

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Agricultural Disaster Assistance (S. 141 & H.R. 1454): Legislation that would reinstate and fund agricultural disaster assistance programs authorized under the 2008 Farm Bill and extended through September 30, 2013. The programs covered include the Livestock Indemnity Program, Livestock Forage Program, Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honey Bees, and Farm-raised Fish Program, Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program and Tree Assistance Program. (continued)Passage of a comprehensive, multi-year farm bill is a priority of the organization. Among other purposes, a new farm bill should strengthen the federal crop insurance program, offer a choice of safety net options within the commodity title, and reinstate disaster assistance programs for livestock producers. It should also encourage working lands conservation, rural development and agricultural research investments. The organization opposes repeal of regulations on poultry practices that USDA implemented as a result of the 2008 farm bill. The organization supports the House-passed Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act and Senate-passed Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act.

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FY 2014 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill (H.R. 2410/S. 1244): Legislation that provides funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration. Of interest to the organization are funding for USDA's Agriculture in the Classroom program and provisions affecting the administration of farm and conservation programs as well as animal health and meat inspection programs. (continued)FY 2014 Energy and Water and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill (H.R. 2609): Legislation that provides funding for the Department of Energy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Civil Works), Department of Interior, etc. The organization is concerned about the allocation of federal funds within the Corps' Missouri River budget between the Missouri River Recovery Program and the Bank Stabilization and Navigation Project.

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S. 175: A bill to amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) to clarify that the lawful application of pesticides under FIFRA does not trigger regulatory requirements in other programs such as the Clean Water Act. The organization is concerned about the potential for duplicative permitting requirements, thus approves of the proposed clarification. (continued) Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2013 (H.R. 935) and "Sensible Environmental Protection Act of 2013" (S. 802): Bills that amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (CWA) to clarify that CWA permits are not needed when a pesticide is applied in accordance with a FIFRA-approved label. The organization is concerned about the potential for duplicative permitting requirements, thus approves of the proposed clarification (either as stand-alone legislation or as part of another bill).

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"Water Resources Development Act of 2013" (S. 601) and "Water Resources Reform & Development Act" (H.R. 3080): Legislation that would authorize and establish funding levels for projects carried out by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pertaining to inland and intra-coastal waterways and ports/harbors. In general, the organization supports reauthorizing the WRDA as a means to ensure waterborne transportation remains efficient, reliable and competitive. (continued)More specifically, the organization supports efforts to improve the transparency of mitigation projects along the Missouri River as part of WRDA. St. Johns Bayou-New Madrid Floodway Project: The organization supports completion of the St. Johns Bayou-New Madrid Floodway Project in Southeast Missouri. Comments were submitted in response to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers draft Environmental Impact Statement and then shared with elected officials.

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Oil Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures (SPCC) Rule: A regulation enforced by the Environmental Protection Agency concerning above- and below-ground storage of oil, fuel, etc. Facilities with certain quantities of oil/fuel storage must complete and implement a spill control plan to use in the event an emergency would occur. It is of interest to the organization because farms and ranches often have fuel storage areas and could therefore fall under the regulation. (continued) The organization supports legislation, H.R. 311 and S. 496, to revise the SPCC rule as it applies to on-farm aboveground fuel storage. Renewable Fuel Standard: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to reduce the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS2) requirement for 2014 below the level set by Congress in the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA). The organization supports the RFS2 as passed by Congress.

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3rd Quarter, 2013

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 18, 2013. Original Filing: 300598735.xml

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Agricultural Disaster Assistance (S. 141 & H.R. 1454): Legislation that would reinstate and fund agricultural disaster assistance programs authorized under the 2008 Farm Bill and extended through September 30, 2013. The programs covered include the Livestock Indemnity Program, Livestock Forage Program, Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honey Bees, and Farm-raised Fish Program, Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program and Tree Assistance Program. (continued)Passage of a comprehensive, multi-year farm bill is a priority or the organization. Among other purposes, a new farm bill should strengthen the federal crop insurance program, offer a choice of safety net options within the commodity title, and reinstate disaster assistance programs for livestock producers. It should also encourage working lands conservation, rural development and agricultural research investments. The organization opposes repeal of regulations on poultry practices that USDA implemented as a result of the 2008 farm bill. The organization supports the House-passed Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act and Senate-passed Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act.

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Jobs and Premium Protection Act of 2013 (H.R. 763/S. 603): Legislation to repeal section 9010 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which establishes an annual fee on health insurance providers beginning on January 1, 2013. The organization is concerned the fee or tax will result in higher health care premiums for farmers, ranchers and small business owners as providers pass on their increased costs. (continued)American Job Protection Act (S. 399/H.R. 903): Legislation that would repeal certain sections of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act which impose fines on large employers who fail to offer full-time employees the opportunity to enroll in minimum essential health insurance coverage and require large employers to file a report with the U.S. Treasury Department. The organization does not support the mandates on individuals and employers contained in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

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"Water Resources Development Act of 2013" (S. 601) and "Water Resources Reform & Development Act" (H.R. 3080): Legislation that would authorize and establish funding levels for projects carried out by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pertaining to inland and intra-coastal waterways and ports/harbors. In general, the organization supports reauthorizing the WRDA as a means to ensure waterborne transportation remains efficient, reliable and competitive. (continued)Marine Highway Program: The Port of Kansas City is urging the U.S. Maritime Administration, an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation, to designate the stretch of the Missouri River between Kansas City, Missouri, and Sioux City, Iowa, as the M-29 Kansas City Connector under the Marine Highway Program. The Minnesota Department of Transportation is seeking to add an upper stretch of the Mississippi River too. Our organization supports the designations as a means to promote river navigation.

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2nd Quarter, 2013

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 19, 2013. Original Filing: 300578415.xml

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Agricultural Disaster Assistance (S. 141 & H.R. 1454): Legislation that would reinstate and fund agricultural disaster assistance programs authorized under the 2008 Farm Bill and extended through September 30, 2013. The programs covered include the Livestock Indemnity Program, Livestock Forage Program, Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honey Bees, and Farm-raised Fish Program, Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program and Tree Assistance Program. (continued)Severe drought afflicted areas of Missouri in 2011 and the entire state in 2012. Therefore, the organization supports the bills. "Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2013" (S. 820/H.R. 1731): Legislation that would amend the Egg Products Inspection Act to revise housing requirements and treatment of egg-laying hens and related enforcement provisions. It also includes labeling requirements for eggs and new air quality standards for hen houses. The organization is concerned about federal legislation mandating production practices. Passage of a comprehensive, multi-year farm bill is a priority for the organization. Among other purposes, a new farm bill should strengthen the federal crop insurance program, offer a choice of safety net options within the commodity title, and reinstate disaster assistance programs for livestock producers. The organization supported H.R. 1947 "Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act" and S. 954 "The Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013".

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Reinvesting in Vital Economic Rivers and Waterways (RIVER) Act of 2013 (S. 407): A bill to provide funding for inland and intra-coastal waterway infrastructure construction and major rehabilitation projects. Among other purposes, S. 407 preserves the existing 50-50 cost-share formula between industry and the federal government for new lock construction and rehabilitation projects, but adds a cost-share cap on lock construction in an effort to keep projects on budget. (continued)Waterborne transportation is essential to moving agricultural commodities and inputs, thus the organization generally supports the bill. Waterways are Vital for the Economy, Energy, Efficiency, and Environment Act (WAVE Act) of 2013 (H.R. 1149): Legislation that would prioritize construction and major rehabilitation projects carried out by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) and reform the Corps project delivery process, among other things. Additionally, the bill would increase the current user fee paid by the navigation industry to fund infrastructure investments. As noted for S. 407, waterborne transportation is essential to moving agricultural commodities and inputs, thus the organization generally supports the bill. Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2013 (S. 601): Legislation that would authorize and establish funding levels for projects carried out by the Corps pertaining to inland and intra-coastal waterways and ports/harbors. In general, the organization supports WRDA as a means to ensure waterborne transportation remains efficient, reliable and competitive. Marine Highway Program: The Port of Kansas City is urging the U.S. Maritime Administration, an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation, to designate the stretch of the Missouri River between Kansas City, Missouri, and Sioux City, Iowa, as the M-29 Kansas City Connector under the Marine Highway Program. The Minnesota Department of Transportation is seeking to add an upper stretch of the Mississippi River too. Our organization supports the designations as a means to promote river navigation.

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1st Quarter, 2013

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 17, 2013. Original Filing: 300552420.xml

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Agricultural Disaster Assistance (S. 141): Legislation that would reinstate and fund agricultural disaster assistance programs authorized under the 2008 Farm Bill. The programs covered include the Livestock Indemnity Program, Livestock Forage Program, Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honey Bees, and Farm-raised Fish Program, Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program and Tree Assistance Program. Severe drought afflicted areas of Missouri in 2011 and the entire state in 2012. (Continued)Therefore, the organization supports the bill. 2013 Farm Bill: Passage of a comprehensive, multi-year farm bill is a priority for the organization. Among other purposes, a new farm bill should strengthen the federal crop insurance program, offer a choice of safety net options within the commodity title, and reinstate disaster assistance programs for livestock producers.

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Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act (S. 553/H.R. 1125): Legislation that would amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide an exclusion for assistance provided to participants in certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness programs. The bill is designed to increase access to veterinary care in designated shortage areas by providing academic loan repayment in exchange for service. (Continued)Loan repayment awards under this legislation and other similar state programs would be exempt from federal taxation. The organization supports the bill. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013 (S. 336/H.R. 684): Legislation that would allow each member state under the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement to require all sellers not qualifying for a small-seller exception to collect and remit sales and use taxes with respect to internet sales. Remote sellers with less than $1 million annual sales are excluded; those who are above the threshold would be provided software for collecting the tax. The organization supports fair competition between local and main street retailers and internet-only sellers. American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (H.R. 8): Legislation to extend and/or make permanent certain tax provisions enacted in 2001 and 2003. The bill also included a short-term extension of the 2008 Farm Bill, certain health care programs, and unemployment benefits. The organization did not take a position on the overall package, but supported the continuation of current gift and estate tax exclusions and several other tax provisions.

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S. 175: A bill to amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) to clarify that the lawful application of pesticides under FIFRA does not trigger regulatory requirements in other programs such as the Clean Water Act. The organization is concerned about the potential for duplicative permitting requirements, thus approves of the proposed clarification. (Continued). Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2013 (H.R. 935): A bill that amends the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (CWA) to clarify that CWA permits are not needed when a pesticide is applied in accordance with a FIFRA-approved label. The organization is concerned about the potential for duplicative permitting requirements, thus approves of the proposed clarification.

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Jobs and Premium Protection Act of 2013 (H.R. 763/S. 603): Legislation to repeal section 9010 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which establishes an annual fee on health insurance providers beginning on January 1, 2013. The organization is concerned the fee or tax will result in higher health care premiums for farmers, ranchers and small business owners as providers pass on their increased costs. (Continued). American Job Protection Act (S. 399/H.R. 903): Legislation that would repeal certain sections of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act which impose fines on large employers who fail to offer full-time employees the opportunity to enroll in minimum essential health insurance coverage and require large employers to file a report with the U.S. Treasury Department. The organization does not support the mandates on individuals and employers contained in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

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Reinvesting in Vital Economic Rivers and Waterways (RIVER) Act of 2013 (S. 407): A bill to provide funding for inland and intra-coastal waterway infrastructure construction and major rehabilitation projects. Among other purposes, S. 407 preserves the existing 50-50 cost-share formula between industry and the federal government for new lock construction and rehabilitation projects, but adds a cost-share cap on lock construction in an effort to keep projects on budget. (Continued).Waterborne transportation is essential to moving agricultural commodities and inputs, thus the organization generally supports the bill. Waterways are Vital for the Economy, Energy, Efficiency, and Environment Act (WAVE Act) of 2013 (H.R. 1149): Legislation that would prioritize construction and major rehabilitation projects carried out by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) and reform the Corps project delivery process, among other things. Additionally, the bill would increase the current user fee paid by the navigation industry to fund infrastructure investments. As noted for S. 407, waterborne transportation is essential to moving agricultural commodities and inputs, thus the organization generally supports the bill. Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2013 (S. 601): Legislation that would authorize and establish funding levels for projects carried out by the Corps pertaining to inland and intra-coastal waterways and ports/harbors. In general, the organization supports WRDA as a means to ensure waterborne transportation remains efficient, reliable and competitive.

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Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act of 2013 (H.R. 933): Legislation that provides funding for federal agencies, programs and services until September 30, 2013. Full year appropriation bills for the following departments were included: Agriculture; Commerce, Justice and Science; Defense; Homeland Security; and Military Construction and Veteran Affairs. Of primary interest to the organization was the spending bill for agriculture. (Continued). The organization took positions on a few amendments; among them was an amendment we supported to transfer existing agriculture funds to the Food Safety Inspection Service to ensure meat inspectors are not laid off due to sequestration. Senate Budget Resolution for FY 2014 (S. Con. Res. 8): The organization monitored amendments to the budget resolution and took positions on those pertaining to key issues of interest to our members including federal estate taxes, internet sales tax collection, and the inland waterway system. The organization did not take a position on the overall budget resolution.

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4th Quarter, 2012

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 18, 2013. Original Filing: 300534345.xml

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"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2012" (H.R. 6083): Legislation that sets policies and authorizes the expenditure of funds for commodity support, crop insurance, conservation, renewable energy, credit, livestock, nutrition and other programs. The organization has policy positions on many aspects of the Farm Bill, particularly regarding farm and conservation programs. (Continued)"Dairy Security Act of 2011 (H.R. 3062): A bill to repeal the existing Dairy Product Price Support Program, Milk Income Loss Contract Program, and export incentive programs, and replace them with producer margin protection and dairy market stabilization programs. The bill would also reform the Federal Milk Marketing Orders. The organization favors changes in existing dairy programs. Drought and Emergency Disaster Assistance: All Missouri counties received secretarial disaster designations in 2012 due to extreme drought. MFB communicated with the Missouri Congressional delegation and USDA concerning the impacts on farmers and ranchers and possible ways to help. Specific items of discussion included extension of livestock disaster assistance programs that lapsed September 30, 2011, release of Conservation Reserve Program acres for emergency haying and grazing, funding for the Emergency Conservation Program and the tax implications of weather-related sales of livestock. Agriculture Appropriations: The 2008 Farm Bill directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to make changes in the Packers and Stockyards Act relative to poultry production. Our poultry grower members support provisions pertaining to capital investments, cancellation of growing or production contracts and dispute resolution. The organization is monitoring efforts to limit or prohibit the USDA from implementing the changes specific to poultry. National School Lunch Program: The Healthy, Hunger Free Kids Act, passed by Congress and signed into law by the president in 2010, prompted the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to review nutrition standards for the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs. USDA initiated a rulemaking process to update portion sizes and nutrition requirements for the lunch program and they were finalized in 2012. Mandatory caloric limits and limits on lean meat, protein-rich foods and dairy products are of concern to the organization, as are the lack of flexibility and added costs for local school districts.

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"The Tax Hike Prevention and Business Certainty Act" (S. 1647 and H.R. 3091): Legislation that would permanently extend the 15 percent capital gains tax rate. Under current law the 15 percent rate will increase to 20 percent in 2013. Capital gains taxes have a significant impact on farming and ranching because production agriculture requires large investments in land and buildings that are held for long periods of time. (Continued)"Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act of 2011" (H.R. 1259 and S. 2242): Legislation that would repeal estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes and make permanent the maximum 35 percent gift tax rate and a $5 million lifetime gift exemption. Absent Congressional action in 2012, the top rate for the estate tax will increase to 55 percent and the exemption will decrease from $5 million to $1 million per person. The organization supports permanent estate tax relief. Expiration of Tax Provisions: The organization supported an extension of certain tax provisions that had expired or would have expired at the end of 2012. Such provisions include those relating to the production of renewable energy and Section 179 small business expensing. "Job Protection and Recession Prevention Act of 2011" (H.R. 8): Legislation that would extend the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts for one year. Priority issues for our organization include extension of capital gains and estate tax relief, which are addressed in the bill. The organization also supported S. 3413, the "Tax Hike Prevention Act of 2012." The organization opposed tax measures that did not address estate taxes.

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3rd Quarter, 2012

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 18, 2012. Original Filing: 300511650.xml

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"Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2012" (H.R. 6083): Legislation that sets policies and authorizes the expenditure of funds for commodity support, crop insurance, conservation, renewable energy, credit, livestock, nutrition and other programs. The organization has policy positions on many aspects of the farm bill, particularly regarding farm and conservation programs. "Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012" (S. 3239/H.R. 3798): Legislation that would amend the Egg Products Inspection Act to revise housing requirements and treatment of egg-laying hens and related enforcement provisions. It also includes labeling requirements for eggs and new air quality standards for hen houses. The organization is concerned about federal legislation mandating production practices. "Dairy Security Act of 2011 (H.R. 3062): A bill to repeal the existing Dairy Product Price Support Program, Milk Income Loss Contract Program, and export incentive programs, and replace them with producer margin protection and dairy market stabilization programs. The bill would also reform the Federal Milk Marketing Orders. The organization favors changes in existing dairy programs. Drought and Emergency Disaster Assistance: All Missouri counties received secretarial disaster designations due to extreme drought this summer. MFB communicated with the Missouri Congressional delegation and USDA concerning the impacts on farmers and ranchers and possible ways to help. Specific items of discussion included extension of livestock disaster assistance programs that lapsed September 30, 2011, release of Conservation Reserve Program acres for emergency haying and grazing, funding for the Emergency Conservation Program and the tax implications of weather-related sales of livestock.

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"The Tax Hike Prevention and Business Certainty Act" (S. 1647 and H.R. 3091): Legislation that would permanently extend the 15 percent capital gains tax rate. Under current law the 15 percent rate will increase to 20 percent in 2013. Capital gains taxes have a significant impact on farming and ranching because production agriculture requires large investments in land and buildings that are held for long periods of time. (Continued)"Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act of 2011" (H.R. 1259 and S. 2242): Legislation that would repeal estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes and make permanent the maximum 35 percent gift tax rate and a $5 million lifetime gift exemption. Absent Congressional action in 2012, the top rate for the estate tax will increase to 55 percent and the exemption will decrease from $5 million to $1 million per person. The organization supports permanent estate tax relief. Expiration of Tax Provisions: The organization supports extension of certain tax provisions that have either expired or will expire at the end of 2012. Such provisions include those relating to the production of renewable energy and Section 179 small business expensing. "Job Protection and Recession Prevention Act of 2011" (H.R. 8): Legislation that would extend the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts for one year. Priority issues for our organization include extension of capital gains and estate tax relief, which are addressed in the bill. The organization also supported S. 3413, the "Tax Hike Prevention Act of 2012." The organization opposed tax measures that did not address estate taxes.

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2nd Quarter, 2012

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 20, 2012. Original Filing: 300496979.xml

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H.R. 2942: Legislation that would direct the Chief of the Army Corps of Engineers to revise the Missouri River Mainstem Reservoir System Master Water Control Manual to ensure greater storage capacity to prevent serious downstream flooding. The bill was introduced in response to the massive flooding that occured along the Missouri River in 2011. The organization supports the bill. Jameson Island Shallow Water Habitat Project: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers submitted a permit application to the Missouri Clean Water Commission for the Jameson Island Shallow Water Habitat project that is part of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Big Muddy National Fish and Wildlife Refuge. The organization requested an extension of the public comment period and that a public hearing be held. The organization encouraged congressional lawmakers to make the same requests.

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"The Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2012" (S. 3240) and the "Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2012" (H.R. 6083): Legislation that sets policies and authorizes the expenditure of funds for commodity support, (continued) (continued from previous page) crop insurance, conservation, renewable energy, credit, livestock, nutrition and other purposes. The organization has policy positions on many aspects of the farm bill, particularly regarding farm and conservation programs. "Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012" (S. 3239/H.R. 3798): Legislation that would amend the Egg Products Inspection Act to revise housing requirements and treatment of egg-laying hens and related enforcement provisions. It also includes labeling requirements for eggs and new air quality standards for hen houses. The organization is concerned about federal legislation mandating production practices. "Dairy Security Act of 2011" (H.R. 3062): A bill to repeal the existing Dairy Product Price Support program, Milk Income Loss Contract program, and export incentive programs, and replace them with producer margin protection and dairy market stabilization programs. The bill would also reform the Federal Milk Marketing Orders. The organization favors changes in existing dairy programs.

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FY 2013 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill (H.R. 5326/S. 2323): Legislation that provides funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration. Of interest to the organization are funding for USDA's Agriculture in the Classroom program and provisions affecting the administration of farm and conservation programs as well as animal health and meat inspection programs. FY 2013 Energy and Water and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill (H.R. 5325/S. 2465): Legislation that provides funding for the Department of Energy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Civil Works), Department of Interior, etc. The organization is concerned about the allocation of federal funds within the Corps' Missouri River budget between the Missouri River Recovery Program and the Bank Stabilization and Navigation Project. FY 2013 Department of Defense Appropriations Act (H.R. 5856): Legislation that provides funding for the Department of Defense and branches of the military. Of interest to the organization are discussions regarding the Memorandum of Understanding agreed to by the U.S. Departments of Defense, Agriculture and Energy to work toward commercializing advanced "drop-in" fuels from renewable sources to diversify the military's fuel supply.

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"Preserve the Waters of the U.S. Act" (S. 2245/H.R. 4965): Legislation that would prohibit the Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency from finalizing the proposed guidance entitled "EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Guidance Regarding Indentification of Waters Protected by the Clean Water Act" (EPA-HQ-OW-2011-0409). The organization is concerned about an expansion of federal regulatory authority under the Clean Water Act. Senate Joint Resolution 37: A resolution disapproving the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Utility Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) rule. Finalized in December 2011, the rule is intended to reduce emissions of mercury and other air pollutants from electric power generating facilities. Of concern to the organization is the combined effect of EPA regulations on coal-fired electric power generation and ultimately the cost of electricity. The organization is also concerned about the impact on natural gas demand. "Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011" (H.R. 1633/S. 1528): Legislation that would temporarily prevent the EPA from changing the national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS) for coarse particulate matter (PM10) for one year. The bill would also exempt "nuisance dust" from regulation, unless nuisance dust was found to cause serious adverse health effects and the benefits of regulation exceeded the costs. The organization is concerned about possible changes in the NAAQS for PM10 because dust is naturally-occurring, especially in rural areas and on farms and ranches.

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1st Quarter, 2012

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 18, 2012. Original Filing: 300464784.xml

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Reauthorization of the "Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users" (SAFETEA-LU): Legislation that establishes surface transportation policies and authorizes projects for a multi-year period. Of particular interest to our organization are provisions in the federal highway bill applicable to farmers who haul their own commodities to market. (Continued). Our organization supported two amendments to S. 1813, the "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) Act," pertaining to agricultural transportation. Similar language is included in H.R. 7, the "American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act." H.R. 3265: A bill to clarify the U.S. Department of Transportation's interpretation of the Hours of Service provisions of federal law as they apply to agricultural producers transporting farm commodities. The organization supports the legislation because it provides greater clarity for farmers in complying with federal laws and regulations.

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"The Tax Hike Prevention and Business Certainty Act" (S. 1647 and H.R. 3091): Legislation that would permanently extend the 15 percent capital gains tax rate. Under current law the 15 percent rate will increase to 20 percent in 2013. The organization supports S. 1647/H.R. 3091. Capital gains taxes have a significant impact on farming and ranching because production agriculture requires large investments in land and buildings that are held for long periods of time. (Continued)."Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act of 2011" (H.R. 1259 and S. 2242): Legislation that would repeal estate and generation skipping transfer taxes and make permanent the maximum 35 percent gift tax rate and a $5 million lifetime gift exemption. The organization supports permanent estate tax relief. Absent Congressional action in 2012, the top rate for the estate tax will increase to 55 percent and the exemption will decrease from $5 million to $1 million per person.

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U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) entitled "Child Labor Regulations, Orders and Statements of Interpretation; Child Labor Violations-Civil Money Penalties": In September the DOL issued a NPRM that is of concern to the organization because of the potential impacts on farm and ranch families and high school agricultural education programs. The organization filed comments during the formal comment period asking the DOL to withdraw the rulemaking. (cont'd)We continue to advocate that position. "Preserving America's Family Farms Act" (S. 2221/H.R. 4157): Legislation that would prohibit the Secretary of Labor from finalizing or enforcing the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking published on September 2, 2011 at 76 Federal Register 54836. The organization supports the House and Senate bills.

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Stream Bank Erosion: The erosion of stream banks is a growing concern among Missouri landowners, but they are restricted in implementing practices to slow or stop soil loss due to policies of the Army Corps of Engineers and other federal agencies. The organization is asking the Corps, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Environmental Protection Agency to work with state regulatory officials to allow landowners the flexibility to manage stream bank erosion without a site-specific permit. (Continued).H.R. 2942: Legislation that would direct the Chief of the Army Corps of Engineers to revise the Missouri River Mainstem Reservoir System Master Water Control Manual to ensure greater storage capacity to prevent serious downstream flooding. The bill was introduced in response to the massive flooding that occurred along the Missouri River in 2011. The organization supports the bill.

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Reauthorization of the 2008 Farm Bill: Omnibus Legislation that sets policies and authorizes the expenditure of funds for commodity support, crop insurance, conservation, renewable energy, credit, livestock, nutrition and other purposes. The organization has policy positions on many aspects of the farm bill, particularly the farm safety net component. (Continued)."Dairy Security Act of 2011" (H.R. 3062): A bill to repeal the existing Dairy Product Price Support, Milk Income Loss Contract, export incentive programs and replace them with producer margin protection and dairy market stabilization programs. The bill would also reform the Federal Milk Marketing Orders. The organization supports the bill. Farm Service Agency (FSA) Office Closings: As part of its Blueprint for Stronger Service, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is proposing to close certain county offices across the country, including a few in Missouri. The organization sent a letter to USDA urging that local concerns identified by farmers be considered before any offices are closed or consolidated. Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012 (H.R. 3798): Legislation that would amend the Egg Products Inspection Act to revise housing requirements and treatment of egg-laying hens and related enforcement provisions. It also includes labeling requirements for eggs and new air quality standards for hen houses. The organization is concerned about federal legislation mandating production practices.

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FY 2013 Budget Proposal from the Obama Administration: The organization is interested in the overall proposed budget, but more specifically the budget for the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In addition, Farm Bureau is concerned about the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' budget for the Missouri River basin and the proposed allocation of funds between the Bank Stabilization and Navigation Program and the Missouri River Recovery Program. (Continued). FY 2013 Agriculture Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration. The American Farm Bureau Federation identified spending priorities to share with legislators. Of specific interest to Missouri Farm Bureau is funding for USDA's Agriculture in the Classroom program. FY 2013 Energy and Water and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill: Legislation that provides funding for the Department of Energy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Civil Works), Department of Interior, etc. The organization is concerned about the allocation of federal funds within the Corps' Missouri River budget between the Missouri River Recovery Program and the Bank Stabilization and Navigation Program. FY 2013 House Budget Resolution: The organization is interested in the federal budget, and the agriculture budget in particular because the Agriculture Committee is one of six authorizing committees required to report a budget reconciliation bill by the end of April 2012.

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"Preserve the Waters of the U.S. Act" (S. 2245): Legislation that would prohibit the Secretary of the Army and Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency from finalizing the proposed guidance entitled "EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Guidance Regarding Identification of Waters Protected by the Clean Water Act" (EPA-HQ-OW-2011-0409). The organization opposes an expansion of the Clean Water Act, which would be the result of the agency guidance. (Continued)."Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011" (H.R. 1633/S. 1528): Legislation that would temporarily prevent the EPA from changing the national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS) for course particulate matter for one year. The bill would also exempt "nuisance dust" from regulation, unless nuisance dust was found to cause serious adverse health effects, and the benefits of regulation exceeded the costs. The organization supports H.R. 1633 and S. 1528. Chesapeake Bay Program Reauthorization and Improvement Act (H.R. 4153): A bill that would modify the existing Chesapeake Bay Program under the Clean Water Act. It would ensure states rights are protected with regard to decision-making about clean water plans, prompt a review of the Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) watershed model, and create an independent evaluation commission to oversee the scientific validity of EPAs model. The organization supports the bill. Preserving Rural Resources Act of 2012 (H.R. 4278): Legislation that would amend the Clean Water Act regarding permit requirements for dredged or fill material. The organization supports the bill because its purpose is to preserve the agricultural exemptions granted to farmers and ranchers by Congress in Section 404(f) of the Clean Water Act.

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4th Quarter, 2011

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 19, 2012. Original Filing: 300443632.xml

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FY 2012 Energy and Water Appropriations Bill: The legislation provides funding for various agencies and programs under the Department of Energy, Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of Reclamation, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and various regional water and power authorities. The organization supported two amendments to the bill: one to continue the funding prohibition for the Missouri River Authorized Purposes Study (MRAPS) and another to defund the Missouri River Ecosystem Restoration (continued)Plan (MRERP) study. The organization opposes MRAPS and MRERP and supports efforts to eliminate federal funding. Our members believe navigation and flood control should remain the dominant purposes of the Missouri River reservoir system. FY 2012 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill: Legislation to fund the Department of Interior, EPA, and other related federal agencies. The organization took positions on several amendments regarding issues of concern to our members. The organization supported language in the underlying bill pertaining to Clean Water Act guidance, greenhouse gases and pesticide permitting. The Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act (H.R. 2112): An omnibus package containing the Fiscal Year 2012 Agriculture, Commerce/Justice/Science and Transportation/Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Bills. The organization was interested in FY 2012 funding levels for farm, conservation, rural development, food safety and other programs administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The organization opposed amendments that would have altered the farm program safety net ahead of its reauthorization and supported an amendment to provide additional funding for programs to help farmers recover their land after natural disasters strike. The organization was also interested in provisions pertaining to horse processing and a rulemaking from the Grain Inspection Packers and Stockyards Administration. FY 2012 Final Consolidated Appropriations Bill: A package of three bills containing funding for federal agencies under nine Appropriations bills, including Defense, Energy and Water, Financial Services, Homeland Security, Interior/Environment, Labor/Health and Human Services/Education, the Legislative Branch, Military Construction/Veterans Affairs, and State/Foreign Operations. The package also contained a bill (H.R. 3672) that provided funding for disaster aid and recovery assistance and a bill (H. Con. Res. 94) containing offsets for the disaster funding. The organization was interested in provisions contained in the Energy and Water and Interior Appropriations bills related to the Missouri River, Clean Water Act, greenhouse gases and other issues. The organization supported additional funding for the repair of levees and other infrastructure damaged by the flood events of 2011. Farm Bill Budget Negotiations: The organization made agriculture spending reduction/savings recommendations to the Senate and House Agriculture Committees to consider as members developed a proposal to submit to the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. The organization also developed a new farm program proposal, the Strategic Risk Reduction Program, that was shared with both committees since an effort was underway to write a new farm bill to include in a deficit reduction package. The organization inquired about the status of the Agriculture in the Classroom program as part of the farm bill discussions.

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"Dairy Security Act of 2011" (H.R. 3062): A bill to repeal the existing Dairy Product Price Support, Milk Income Loss Contract, export incentive programs and replace them with producer margin protection and dairy market stabilization programs. The bill would also reform the Federal Milk Marketing Orders. The organization supports the bill. (Continued). Reducing the Deficit through Eliminating Agriculture Direct Payment Subsidies (REAPS) Act H.R. 2487: Legislation to amend the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 to terminate direct payments for covered commodities and peanuts and change the Food Security Act of 1985 to limit Average Crop Revenue Election and counter-cyclical payments to growers of program commodities. The organization opposes the bill. We believe changes in the current farm program safety net should be made when the farm bill in its entirety is reauthorized. Animal Disease Traceability: The organization submitted comments to USDAs Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) concerning the proposed rule entitled Traceability for Livestock Moving Interstate and shared the comment letter with the Missouri Congressional delegation. The organization supports a voluntary program that will enhance animal disease control and eradication capabilities.

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The Tax Hike Prevention and Business Certainty Act (S. 1647 and H.R. 3091): Legislation that would permanently extend the 15 percent capital gains tax rate. Under current law the 15 percent rate will increase to 20 percent in 2013. The organization supports S. 1647/H.R. 3091. Capital gains taxes have a significant impact on farming and ranching because production agriculture requires large investments in land and buildings that are held for long periods of time. (Continued).H.R. 674/S. 1726: Legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the three percent withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities beginning in 2013. The organization opposed the tax because it would have applied to many U.S. Department of Agriculture payments

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3rd Quarter, 2011

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 19, 2011. Original Filing: 300422087.xml

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Reauthorization of the "Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU): Legislation that establishes surface transportation policies and authorizes projects for a multi-year period. Of particular interest to our organization are provisions in the federal highway bill applicable to farmers who haul their own commodities to market. (continued) "Regulatory Guidance: Applicability of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to Operators of Certain Farm Vehicles and Off-Road Agricultural Equipment": A proposed regulatory guidance regarding agricultural transportation was published for public comment by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The organization is interested in the guidance because FMCSA is examining intrastate versus interstate commerce, crop share agreements and implements of husbandry--all issues affecting our farmer members. The organization submitted comments to FMCSA and shared them with elected officials.

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"Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011" (H.R. 1633/S. 1528): Legislation that would temporarily prevent the EPA from changing the national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS) for course particulate matter for one year. The bill would also exempt "nuisance dust" from regulation, unless nuisance dust was found to cause serious adverse health effects, and the benefits of regulation exceeded the costs. The organization supports H.R. 1633 and S. 1528. "Clean Water Protection Guidance": An EPA and Army Corps of Engineers guidance document that addresses how the federal government will determine the jurisdictional status of waters and implement the Supreme Court's decisions in SWANCC and Rapanos. The organization opposes efforts to expand the reach of the Clean Water Act to waters currently regulated by the states. The organization submitted comments to the EPA and Corps of Engineers. "Clean Water Cooperative Federalism Act" (H.R. 2018): A bill restore the long-standing relationship between states and the EPA as co-regulators under the CWA and prohibit the EPA from going beyond its statutory role as the approver of programs and standards. The organization supports H.R. 2018.

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2nd Quarter, 2011

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 15, 2011. Original Filing: 300391513.xml

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Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA) proposed rulemaking: USDA-GIPSA, at the direction of Congress in the 2008 Farm Bill, is proposing to add/revise regulations in the Packers and Stockyards Act to clarify conditions for industry compliance, specifically aimed at meat packers, live poultry dealers and swine contractors. As an organization that represents beef, pork and poultry producers, we closely follow proposals that affect livestockmarketing and prices received by farmers and ranchers.The Veterinary Services Investment Act (S. 1053): Legislation that would authorize annual appropriations for a competitive grant program for states to relieve veterinary shortage situations and support veterinary services. The organization is concerned about the shortage of large animal veterinarians and supports efforts to recruit/retain practicing veterinarians to work in underserved areas.

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Reauthorization of the "Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU): Legislation that establishes surface transportation policies and authorizes projects for a multi-year period. Of particular interest to our organization are provisions in the federal highway bill applicable to farmers who haul their own commodities to market. (continued)Regulatory Guidance: Applicability of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to Operators of Certain Farm Vehicles and Off-Road Agricultural Equipment: A proposed regulatory guidance regarding agricultural transportation was published for public comment by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration within the U.S. Department of Transportation. The organization is interested in the guidance because FMCSA is examining intrastate versus interstate commerce, crop share agreements and implements of husbandry--all issues affecting our farmer members. The organization urged Members of Congress to request additional time for public comment.

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National Amibient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for Coarse Particulate Matter (PM10): In recent years the organization has commented on proposed changes in the NAAQS for PM 10. Reducing the current standard will affect rural counties, and farming and ranching operations in those counties. The organization supported the Lugar-Conrad letter to the Environmental Protection Agency expressing concern about a more stringent standard.Chesapeke Bay Total Maximum Daily Load: The Environmental Protection Agency has issued a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for nutrient loading from the six states in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The organization is concerned about validity of the science used and the approach taken by EPA. "Energy Tax Prevention Act of 2011" (H.R. 910/S. 482): Legislation to prohibit EPA from regulating greenhouse gases under the federal Clean Air Act based on climate change considerations, and other purposes. The organization opposes the regulation of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases and the Clean Air Act due to the impacts it will have on energy prices and potential implications (financial and regulatory) on farm and ranch families. The organization supported the McConnell amendment to S. 493, which contained the text of the "Energy Tax Prevention Act." "Defending America's Affordable Energy and Jobs Act" (S. 228/H.R. 750): A bill prohibiting the Executive Branch from promulgating, implementing or enforcing regulations to control emissions of greenhouse gases based solely on climate change, and other purposes. The organization opposes the regulation of greenhouse gases under the Clean Air Act. "Clean Water Protection Guidance": An EPA and Army Corps of Engineers guidance document that addresses how the federal government will determine the jurisdictional status of waters and implement the Supreme Court's decisions in SWANCC and Rapanos. The organization opposes efforts to expand the reach of the Clean Water Act to waters currently regulated by the states. The organization encouraged House members to cosign the Gibbs-Holden "Dear Colleague" letter to the EPA concerning the guidance. "Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011" (H.R. 1633): Legislation that would temporarily prevent the EPA from changing the national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS) for coarse particulate matter for one year. The bill would also exempt "nuisance dust" from regulation, unless nuisance dust was found to cause serious adverse health effects, and the benefits of regulation exceeded the costs. The organization supports H.R. 1633.

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Missouri River Authorized Purposes Study (MRAPS): The organization opposes MRAPS and supports efforts to eliminate federal funding. Our members believe navigation and flood control should remain the dominant purposes of the Missouri River reservoir system. A provision to defund the study was included in the continuing resolution to fund the government for the remainder of the 2011 fiscal year; the organization supports continuing the funding prohibition in the FY 2012 Energy & Water Appropriations Bill.Missouri River environmental mitigation projects: The organization closely monitors mitigation projects along the Missouri River because of potential implications on flood control and navigation. The Jameson Island mitigation project in particular has raised concerns amoung our members because of problems with a levee across the Missouri River resulting from a chute constructed by a federal agency.

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"Domestic Energy Promotion Act of 2011" (S. 884): Legislation that would incrementally reduce and ultimately phase out the Volumetric Ethanol Excise Tax Credit (VEETC). The bill also reduces the general rate of duty on ethanol imports, continues the tax credit for cellulosic ethanol, increases the tax credit for alternative fuel pumps and establishes a new tax credit for dual-use refueling property. (continued)Coburn-Feinstein ethanol amendment: An amendment was offered to S. 782, the Economic Development Revitalization Act of 2011, to eliminate the VEETC on June 30, 2011, and remove the current tariff on imported ethanol. The organization opposed the amendment. McCain amendment: An amendment was offered to S. 782 to prohibit the use of federal funds to build ethanol blender pumps or storage facilities. The organization opposed the amendment. The Ethanol Reform and Deficit Reduction Act (S. 1185): Legislation that would end the VEETC and tariff on imported ethanol prior to December 31, 2011, the current expiration date. Savings generated will be used to keep in place the small ethanol producer tax credit, cellulosic production tax credit and blender pump and alternative fueling infrastructure tax credit. The remaining funds will be applied toward deficit reduction. The organization supports S. 1185. S. 700/H.R. 1747: Legislation to provide a five-year depreciation for agricultural equipment. Five-year depreciation was allowed for one year, 2009, but the provision was not extended by Congress in 2010. S. 700/H.R. 1747 would permanently reinstate the tax provision.

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1st Quarter, 2011

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 19, 2011. Original Filing: 300372662.xml

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"The Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act" (H.R. 4/S. 18): Legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code to repeal a provision included in the "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act" that extends to corporations that are not tax-exempt (including farms, ranches and small businesses) the requirement to report payments of $600 or more. The organization supports repeal of the mandate because tax-related paperwork and compliance are already major expenses for agricultural operations and businesses. "Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act of 2011" (H.R. 1259): A bill to permanently repeal federal estate taxes on the date of enactment, ensure stepped-up basis remains permanent and cap the lifetime gift exemption at $5 million. The organization supports full, permanent repeal of estate taxes and believes stepped-up basis must be maintained.

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"Small Business Innovation Research & Small Business Technology Transfer Reauthorization Act (SBIR/STTR - S. 493): The organization took positions on multiple amendments offered to S. 493, but did not take a position on the reauthorization. The organization supported amendments to prohibit the EPA from regulating greenhouse gases based on climate change considerations (No. 215 - McConnell), eliminate IRS Form 1099 reporting requirements (No. 161 - Johanns), repeal a (continued on next page)new three-percent withholding tax (Brown of Massachusetts) and prohibit EPA from implementing numeric nutrient standards for Florida waters (Rubio of Florida). The organization opposed amendments (Numbers 220 & 249) to reduce and/or eliminate federal tax incentives for ethanol.

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National Amibient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for Coarse Particulate Matter (PM10): In recent years the organization has commented on proposed changes in the NAAQS for PM10. Reducing the current standard will affect rural counties, and farming and ranching operations in those counties. The organization supported the Lugar-Conrad letter to the Environmental Protection Agency expressing concern about a more stringent standard. Chesapeake Bay Total Maximum Daily Load: The Environmental Protection Agency has issued a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for nutrient loading from the six states in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The organization is concerned about validity of the science used and the approach taken by EPA. "Energy Tax Prevention Act of 2011" (H.R. 910 /S. 482): Legislation to prohibit EPA from regulating greenhouse gases under the federal Clean Air Act based on climate change considerations, and other purposes. The organization opposes the regulation of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases and the Clean Air Act due to the impacts it will have on energy prices and the potential implications (financial and regulatory) on farm and ranch families. The organization supported the McConnell amendment to S. 493, which contained the text of the "Energy Tax Prevention Act." "Defending America's Affordable Energy and Jobs Act" (S. 228/H.R. 750): A bill prohibiting the Executive Branch from promulgating, implementing or enforcing regulations to control emissions of greenhouse gases based solely on climate change, and other purposes. The organization opposes the regulation of greenhouse gases under the Clean Air Act. "Clean Water Protection Guidance": An EPA and Army Corps of Engineers guidance document that addresses how the federal government will determine the jurisdictional status of waters and implement the Supreme Court's decisions in SWANCC and Rapanos. The organization opposes efforts to expand the reach of the Clean Water Act to waters currently regulated by the states.

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Missouri River Authorized Purposes Study (MRAPS): The organization opposes MRAPS and supports efforts to eliminate federal funding. Our members believe navigation and flood control should remain the dominant purposes of the Missouri River reservoir system. A provision to defund the study was included in the continuing resolution to fund the government for the remainder of the 2011 fiscal year. Missouri River mitigation projects: The organization closely monitors mitigation projects along the Missouri River because of potential implications on flood control and navigation. The Jameson Island mitigation project in particular has raised concerns among our members because of problems with a levee across the Missouri River resulting from a chute constructed by a federal agency.

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"The Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act of 2011 (H.R. 1): Legislation to fund the federal government through the end of the 2011 fiscal year (September 30). The organization took positions on amendments relevant to our member adopted policies. We supported amendments to prohibit or restrict funding for EPA initiatives concerning climate change and coarse particulate matter. The organization also supported amendments to defund the Missouri River Authorized Purposes Study and eliminate our nation's financial support for the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. USDA Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) program: The organization supports AITC as a means to enhance agricultural literacy in classrooms across the United States. We inquired about funding for the 2011 fiscal year. FY 2012 Budget: The organization is closely monitoring discussions concerning the president's fiscal year 2012 budget and the budget proposal put forth by House Budget Commitee Chairman Paul Ryan. An area of interest is the U.S. Department of Agriculture's budget.

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4th Quarter, 2010

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 18, 2011. Original Filing: 300341883.xml

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"Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization and Job Creation Act of 2010": A bill to extend emergency unemployment benefits and extend for two years tax measures that expired at the end of 2009 and those scheduled to expire at the end of 2010. The bill is of interest to the organization because of provisions dealing with estate taxes, capital gains taxes, income taxes, Alternative Minimum Taxes, and others that affect farm and ranch families. "The Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act" (S. 3578/H.R. 5141): Legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code to repeal a provision included in the "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act" that extends to corporations that are not tax-exempt (including farms, ranches and small businesses) the requirement to report payments of $600 or more. The organization supports repeal of the mandate because tax-related paperwork and compliance are already major expenses for agricultural operations and businesses. Estate Tax Reform: The organization supports enactment of legislation to reform the federal estate tax before the pre-2001 exemption level and tax rate are reinstated in 2011. The organization favors increasing the exemption to $5 million (and adjusting it for inflation) and reducing the maximum rate to 35 percent until full, permanent repeal is achieved.

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"The Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009" (S. 1816/H.R. 3852): Legislation to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize the Chesapeake Bay Program and require the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a Chesapeake Bay protection program, and other purposes. Of interest to the organization are the potential implications of the bill if similar actions are taken in other watersheds across the United States. "America Great Outdoors Act" (S. 303): Omnibus legislation containing over 100 separate public lands, water and wildlife bills. Contained in the bill is the "Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act" opposed by our organization. National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for Ozone and Coarse Particulate Matter (PM): In recent years the organization has commented on proposed changes in the NAAQS for ozone and coarse PM. EPA is expected to announce decisions on both regulations in the months ahead. Reducing the standards for ozone and coarse PM will affect rural counties, and farming and ranching operations in those counties.

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3rd Quarter, 2010

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 17, 2010. Original Filing: 300314731.xml

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Estate Tax Reform: The organization supports enactment of legislation to reform the federal estate tax before the pre-2001 exemption level and tax rate are reinstated in 2011. The organization favors increasing the exemption to $5 million (and adjusting it for inflation) and reducing the maximum rate to 35 percent until full, permanent repeal is achieved. "The Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act" (S. 3578/H.R. 5141): Legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code to repeal a provision contained in the "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act" that extends to corporations that are not tax-exempt (including farms, ranches and small businesses) the requirement to report payments of $600 or more. The organization supports repeal of the mandate because tax-related paperwork and compliance are already major expenses for agricultural operations and businesses. The organization supported the Johanns amendment (S. 3578) to the "Small Business Jobs Act" (H.R. 5297).

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"The Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act of 2009" (S. 619/H.R. 1549): Legislation to preserve the effectiveness of medically important antibiotics used in the treatment of human and animal diseases. Of interest to the organization are proposed restrictions on antibiotics approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in livestock and poultry production. FDA Draft Guidance 209 "The Judicious Use of Medically Important Antimicrobial Drugs in Food-Producing Animals": The organization filed comments during the formal comment period stating our opposition to restrictions on antibiotic use based on unscientific claims. Mandatory Price Reporting Act of 2010 (S. 3656/H.R. 5852): Legislation to amend the "Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946" to: (1) extend reporting requirements for livestock daily markets through September 30, 2015; (2) establish mandatory reporting for wholesale pork cuts and exports; and (3) direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish an electronic price reporting system for dairy products. The organization supports reauthorization of mandatory price reporting to provide greater market transparency for livestock producers. Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA) proposed rulemaking: USDA-GIPSA, at the direction of Congress in the 2008 Farm Bill, is proposing to add/revise regulations in the "Packers and Stockyards Act" to clarify conditions for industry compliance, specifically aimed at meat packers, live poultry dealers and swine contractors. As an organization that represents beef, pork and poultry producers, we closely follow proposals that affect livestock marketing and prices received by farmers and ranchers.

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Lincoln Atrazine letter: The organzation supported a "Dear Colleague" letter to the EPA administrator circulated by Senator Lincoln raising concerns about a new comprehensive evaluation of the herbicide Atrazine. "Continuing Chemical Facilities Antiterrorism Security Act of 2010" (S. 2996): Legislation to amend the "Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act (2007)" to extend for five years the authority of the Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) to issue interim final regulations establishing risk-based performance standards for security of chemical facilities and requiring vulnerability assessments and the development and implementation of site security plans for such facilities (known as the Chemical Facility Antiterrorism Standards program). Of interest to the organization are discussions to include a provision in the bill mandating the use of "inherently safer technology," which could negatively impact manufacturers of agricultural inputs like fertlizer or certain agricultural pesticides.

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National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for Ozone and Coarse Particulate Matter (PM): In recent years the organization has commented on proposed changes in the NAAQS for ozone and coarse PM. EPA is expected to announce decisions on both regulations in the months ahead. Reducing the standards for ozone and coarse PM will affect rural counties. The organization encouraged House members to cosign the Lummis "Dear Colleague" letter to EPA urging retention of the current PM standard. "The Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009" (S. 1816/H.R. 3852): Legislation to amend the "Federal Water Pollution Control Act" to reauthorie the Chesapeake Bay Program and require the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a Chesapeake Bay protection program, and other purposes. Of interest to the organization are the potential implications of the bill if similar actions are taken in other watersheds across the United States. The Chesapeake Bay Program Reauthorization and Improvement Act (H.R. 5509): Legislation to modify the Chesapeake Bay Program under the Clean Water Act, establish an independent commission to oversee and administer a nutrient and sediment trading program for Chesapeake Bay States, establish a Chesapeake Bay watershed pilot program for creating environmental service markets, and other purposes. Of interest to the organization is the proposed approach to addressing water quality issues and the potential for similar actions in watersheds outside of the Chesapeake Bay. "Draft National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Pesticide General Permit (PGP) for Point Source Discharges from the Application of Pesticides": The EPA issued the PGP in response to the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals decision to vacate an EPA rule exempting from NPDES permitting pesticide applications made to or over, including near, waters of the U.S. according to label requirements of the "Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)." The organization submitted comments detailing concerns about the PGP. H.R. 6087/S. 3735: Legislation to clarify that lawful application of pesticides under the FIFRA does not trigger regulatory requirements in other programs. The organization supports the bill because it reaffirms the purpose of FIFRA and as a result pesticides applied to or near water, in accordance with the FIFRA label, would not be considered a pollutant under the "Federal Water Pollution Control Act (also referred to as the Clean Water Act or CWA)." H.R. 6273: Legislation to amend the FIFRA and CWA to prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from requiring additional permits for pesticides when applied consistent with FIFRA. H.R. 6273 is similar to H.R. 6087.

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2nd Quarter, 2010

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 16, 2010. Original Filing: 300289734.xml

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Senate Joint Resolution 26/House Joint Resolution 76 & 77: Joint resolutions disapproving the Environmental Protection Agency's positive finding that greenhouse gases endanger public health and welfare. If passed and signed into law, the endangerment finding and subsequent Clean Air Act regulations issued by EPA would be nullified. The Clean Water Restoration Act (S. 787)/America's Commitment to Clean Water Act (H.R. 5088): Legislation to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify the jurisdiction of the United States over waters of the United States. The organization opposes an expansion of the Clean Water Act. The Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009 (S. 1816/H.R. 3852): Legislation to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize the Chesapeake Bay Program and require the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a Chesapeake Bay protection program, and other purposes. Of interest the organization are the potential implications of the bill if similar actions are taken in other watersheds across the United States. Mississippi River Basin Healthy Watersheds Initiative: Our organization submitted letters of support for three local Soil and Water Conservation District proposals to the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Funding provided through the initiative will be used to help local producers to carry out voluntary conservation practices.

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1st Quarter, 2010

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 19, 2010. Original Filing: 300265279.xml

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Senate Joint Resolution 26/House Joint Resolutions 76 & 77: Joint resolutions disapproving the Environmental Protection Agency's positive finding that greenhouse gases endanger public health and welfare. If passed and signed into law, the endangerment finding and subsequent Clean Air Act regulations issued by EPA would be nullified. The Clean Water Restoration Act (S. 787): A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify the jurisdiction of the United States over waters of the United States. The organization opposes an expansion of the Clean Water Act. The Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009 (S. 1816/H.R. 3852): Legislation to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize the Chesapeake Bay Program and require the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a Chesapeake Bay protection program, and other purposes. Of interest the organization are the potential implications of the bill if similar actions are taken in other watersheds across the United States.

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4th Quarter, 2009

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 19, 2010. Original Filing: 300239538.xml

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The Clean Water Restoration Act (S. 787) - A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify the jurisdiction of the United States over waters of the United States. The organization opposes an expansion of the Clean Water Act. The Chesapeake Clean Water and Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2009 (S. 1816/H.R. 3852) - Legislation to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize the Chesapeake Bay Program and require the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a Chesapeake Bay protection program, and other purposes. Of interest to the organization are the potential implications on other watersheds across the United States. Congressional Amicus Curiae Brief to the United States Supreme Court urging review of the National Cotton Council v. EPA decision in which the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a 2006 EPA Clean Water Act rule relating to pesticide use. Of interest to the organization is the regulation of crop protection products used in the production of food and fiber.

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FY 2010 Agriculture Appropriations Bill - A bill making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies. Of interest to the organization are provisions pertaining to poultry trade with China, Agriculture in the Classroom program, conservation programs, etc. Also of interest is the removal of the 2009 Omnibus Appropriations limit on Section 32 expenditures so that additional purchases of surplus meats, poultry, dairy products, fish, fruits and vegetables can be made by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to benefit those in need. In the context of helping pork and dairy producers struggling through extremely low market prices, the organization urged the Missouri Congressional delegation to work with the USDA in exploring options for assistance.

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3rd Quarter, 2009

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 18, 2009. Original Filing: 300209095.xml

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America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009 (H.R. 3200) - Legislation to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes. Health care reform is of interest to the organization because access to quality medical care is important to individuals living in rural areas, as is access to affordable health insurance. The organization supports market reforms and elimination of unnecessary government regulations, but opposes a national health plan administered by the Federal government. The Affordable Health Choices Act (S. 1679) - Legislation to make quality, affordable health care available to all Americans, reduce costs, improve health care quality, enhance disease prevention, and strengthen the health care workforce. Of interest to the national organization was an amendment pertaining to employers of temporary and seasonal workers.

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2nd Quarter, 2009

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 18, 2009. Original Filing: 300185185.xml

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Fiscal Year 2010 Budget Resolution - The organization supported amendments to establish a fund for estate tax relief, provide assurance that carbon reduction programs do not result in increased fertilizer, diesel, gasoline, electricity or natural gas prices, and provide assurance that carbon reduction programs do not cause significant job loss in manufacturing and energy-intensive regions of the United States. The organization opposed any amendment to reopen the 2008 Farm Bill. Fiscal Year 2010 Labor, Health and Education Appropriations Bill - The organization supports funding for Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act (Perkins CTE) programs. Fiscal Year 2010 Agriculture Appropriations Bill - The organization supports funding for programs authorized by the 2008 Farm Bill. The organization opposes a provision pertaining to poultry trade with China. Fiscal Year 2010 Interior and Environment Appropriations Bill - The organization supported an amendment pertaining to lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions of biofuels.

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The Clean Water Restoration Act (S. 787) - A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify the jurisdiction of the United States over waters of the United States. The organization opposes an expansion of the Clean Water Act. The Renewable Fuel Standard Improvement Act (H.R. 2409) - Legislation to amend the Clean Air Act pertaining to renewable fuels and lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions. "Proposed Endangerment and Cause or Contribute Findings for Greenhouse Gases under Section 202(a) of the Clean Air Act - Proposal from the Environmental Protection Agency to find that greenhouse gases endanger public health and welfare by contributing to climatic changes. The organization opposes Clean Air Act regulation of greenhouse gases.

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The Food Safety Enhancement Act of 2009 (H.R. 2749) - Legislation to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes. The issues of paperwork and recordkeeping for agricultural producers as well as expanded authorities for the Food and Drug Administration to regulate and oversee on-farm production activities are of interest to the organization. The Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009 (H.R. 875) - Legislation to establish the Food Safety Administration within the Department of Health and Human Services to protect the public health by preventing food-borne illness, ensuring the safety of food, improving research on contaminants leading to food-borne illness, and improving security of food from intentional contamination, and for other purposes. Potential on-farm regulation of production practices is a concern of the organization.

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1st Quarter, 2009

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 20, 2009. Original Filing: 300157888.xml

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H.R. 1 - The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009: A bill making supplemental appropriations for job preservation and creation, infrastructure investment, energy efficiency and science, assistance to the unemployed, and state and local fiscal stabilization. Interest was limited to discussions on banning the processing of nonambulatory cattle and reforming domestic food assistance programs. FY 2010 Budget Resolution - Issues of interest included the agriculture budget, estate tax repeal, climate change initiatives, and the President's proposal to phase out direct payments to certain farmers. FY 2010 Appropriations Bill for the Departments of Labor, Health & Human Services, and Education - Specific issues of interest include USDA's National Agriculture in the Classroom Program and career and technical agricultural education programs funded through the Perkins Act. FY 2010 Appropriations Bill for Energy and Water Development - Funding for the Navigation and Ecosystem Sustainability Program (NESP) on the Upper Mississippi River. FY 2009 Omnibus Appropriations Bill - Issues of interest include funding for USDA's National Agriculture in the Classroom Program and a Missouri River study.

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Clean Water Restoration Act - Legislation introduced in the 110th Session of Congress to expand the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify the jurisdiction of the United States over waters of the United States. Environmental Protection Agency Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Regulating Greenhouse Gas Emissions under the Clean Air Act. In response to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Massachusetts v. EPA, the Agency prepared and released for public comment the ANPR. Issues of interest are the potential impacts of such regulation on farm and ranch operations and the cost of fuel, fertlizer and othe agricultural inputs. S. 527/H.R. 1426: Bills to amend the Clean Air act to prohibit the issuance of permits under Title V of that Act for certain emissions from agricultural production. H.R. 1438: Legislation to prohibit any Federal agency or official, in carrying out any Act or program to reduce the effects of greenhouse gas emissions on climate change, from imposing a fee or tax on gaseous emissions emitted directly by livestock.

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4th Quarter, 2008

Q4 Report

In Q4, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 19, 2009. Original Filing: 300127331.xml

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3rd Quarter, 2008

Q3 Report

In Q3, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 17, 2008. Original Filing: 300096396.xml

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2nd Quarter, 2008

Q2 Report

In Q2, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 11, 2008. Original Filing: 300063682.xml

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1st Quarter, 2008

Amendment

Missouri Farm Bureau Federation amended a lobbying report for in-house lobbying in Q12008 on May 21, 2008 Original Filing: 300058803.xml

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1st Quarter, 2008

Q1 Report

In Q1, Missouri Farm Bureau Federation had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 21, 2008. Original Filing: 300053487.xml

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1st Quarter, 2008

Registration

Source: Clerk of the U.S. House of Representatives and Secretary of the Senate

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