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Legislative Work

In Washington, D.C., issues currently being monitored are the Renewable Fuels Standard, implementation of the Farm Bill and the Waters of the United States ruling.  In 2012, the MCGA hosted a roundtable discussion with U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow and United States Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack at the Michigan Corn office. In the past year, members have also met with legislators during the NCGA Corn Congress in Washington D.C., provided committee testimony on the Farm Bill and other issues, participated in Ag Day at the Capitol and hosted legislative farm tours.

RFS
Urgent Action Needed: Don't Cap Your Future
The White House is currently considering a proposal that would gut the Renewable Fuel Standard, triggering huge losses in farm income and rural jobs. Officials are meeting first thing Monday morning on this issue, and the White House needs to hear from…
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Renewable Fuel Standard
The Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), part of the 2007 Energy Independence and Security Act, has been a great success for both farmers and consumers. In 2012, over 13 billion gallons of ethanol was produced in America, bringing much needed jobs across the…
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