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July 13, 2012
A weekly look at sustainable bioenergy, farm, and forest policy issues
House Agriculture Committee Completes Farm Bill Markup: No Mandatory Funds for Energy Title
The House Agriculture Committee completed its markup of the 2012 Farm Bill. After more than 100 amendments were offered and considered, the Committee approved a bill that was little changed from the original Chairman’s mark. An amendment to provide mandatory funds for rural energy programs was introduced, but then withdrawn. The bill moves next to the House floor for further debate and amendment.
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Do Conservation Programs Matter? New Reports Show How.
Conservation is a fundamental part of advancing sustainable bioenergy, farms and forests. Recent reports and studies highlight the critical role conservation programs play in protecting and restoring the nation’s environmental health.
Writer: Ned Stowe
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