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Agriculture is a key part of Louisiana's economy and way of life. It is also critical to our national security and economic well-being. A strong farm community will secure America's status as the leading world power.

It is important for Congress to take steps to ensure a strong agricultural economy for years to come. I am working actively on several important issues that will benefit Louisiana farmers, including:

  • Renewing the Farm Bill to ensure it continues to benefit Louisiana. 
  • Working to ensure that foreign products are properly labeled in order to protect Louisiana catfish, crawfish, and other products.
  • Fighting the death tax so farmers can pass their family farm down to their children.
  • Promoting fair trade and a level playing field for Louisiana's agriculture and seafood industries.
  • Supporting extension of the MILC program, which has brought $12.5 million to Louisiana farmers.

U.S. Senate Committe on Agriculture

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry

Louisiana Farm Bureau

 

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When Congress passed an unprecedented $700 billion bailout of the financial sector, I warned that it would pave the way for future bailouts, and sadly, that prediction has proven true as the Big Three American car manufacturers are asking for a $25 billion bailout.  No one wants these companies to fail, but it would be a grave mistake for the federal government to bailout these companies without fundamentally reforming their business models.

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