REP. MCGUIRE APPLAUDS PASSAGE OF THE AGRICULTURE, RURAL DEVELOPMENT, FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION, AND RELATED AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS ACT

Washington, June 4 -- Representative John McGuire issued the following press release:

Following the passage of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, Representative John McGuire issued the following statement.

"Farmers are the backbone of Virginia's economy," said Rep. John McGuire (VA-05). "Ensuring they have what they need to grow healthy crops and put food on our tables, clothes on our backs, and fuels to generate growth is a priority. The Agriculture, Rural Development, and FDA Appropriations Bill, provides over $26 billion in funding for the USDA and FDA to support farmers, rural communities, and nutrition programs. I was proud to vote for this bill that will reduce ...