In a hearing, the U.S. House Agriculture Committee Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities and Risk Management examined farm safety net programs, of which agents play a crucial role, and their true benefits to the farming community.
Big “I” members will have the opportunity to discuss issues such as small business tax fairness, future pandemic response, and more in virtual meetings with members of Congress.
The 2021 Conference will be held April 13-16 and will include addresses from members of Congress, a legislative update on key independent agent issues and more. Here is a preview of the issues Big “I” members will bring to Capitol Hill.
The 2021 Conference will be held April 13-16 and will include addresses from members of Congress, a legislative update on key independent agent issues and more. Here is a preview of the issues Big “I” members will bring to Capitol Hill.
The Big “I” expects attacks on the Federal Crop Insurance Program in President Biden’s FY2022 budget but remains committed to advocating for a robust and strong program.
The legislation would significantly weaken the Federal Crop Insurance Program and the critical safety net the program offers. The Big “I,” along with its coalition partners, will continue to advocate for a strong and robust crop insurance program.
The Big “I” opposes these cuts to the FCIP and—along with its crop insurance coalition partners—issued a statement opposing these dangerous reductions.
Key victories include a huge win giving independent agencies tax relief and a trifecta of Big “I” priorities made into law.
Last week, the Big “I” and other industry groups, sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the acting director of the Office of Management and Budget, urging them to oppose any cuts to the Federal Crop Insurance Program.
The goal of the caucus is to educate members of Congress and staff on the critical role the Federal Crop Insurance Program plays in protecting America’s farmland and farm communities.