Keystone Today

Today, the release of the Further Continuing Appropriations and Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2025 was announced. House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) commented on the bill's provisions.

Thompson stated, "The bill released this evening provides much needed relief for agriculture, including $10B in emergency economic aid, which will help address the significant losses incurred due to both weather and market related issues." He emphasized that this financial support serves as an essential bridge to mitigate challenges in the agricultural economy.

Looking forward to the next Congress session, Thompson expressed his intentions: "Looking ahead to the 119th Congress, I hope to move quickly to enact a five-year farm bill that aligns the farm safety net with the needs of producers, among many other policies, to minimize the need for annual economic aid."

He also acknowledged those who contributed to these efforts: "I appreciate the partnership of incoming-Chairman Boozman, as well as Members and stakeholders, all who quickly and effectively highlighted the needs in farm country. These tireless efforts will lessen much of the stress for the men and women who fight to produce the food, fiber, and fuel that sustains our great nation."