I rise today in strong support of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. It is more evident than ever that rural America needs a new farm bill now — not next year or next Congress. Producers are operating under the third consecutive farm bill extension, and the simple truth is that the policies of 2018 are no match for the challenges of 2026. It is time to get this critical legislation... Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC — House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) delivered the following opening statement at today's full committee hearing, “For the Purpose of Receiving Testimony from the Honorable Michael S. Selig, Chairman, U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission.” Remarks as prepared: Good morning and welcome to our first hearing with Mike Selig, the Chairman of the Com... Read more »
House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) delivered the following opening statement at today's full committee hearing, "To consider H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026.” Remarks as prepared: Good evening, everyone. Today, we will consider the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. I appreciate all of you for your flexibility and dedication... Read more »
House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) delivered the following opening statement at today's full committee hearing, “CFTC Reauthorization: Stakeholder Perspectives.” Remarks as prepared: Good morning, and welcome to our full committee hearing on reauthorizing the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Thank you to our panel of witnesses for making the time to be ... Read more »
House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) delivered the following opening statement at today's full committee hearing, “Member Day.” Remarks as prepared: Good morning, and welcome to the House Committee on Agriculture’s Member Day hearing. I appreciate my colleagues taking some time to share their priorities, perspectives, and feedback. Over the past year, our country has... Read more »
House Committee on Agriculture Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development Chairman Dusty Johnson (SD-At Large) delivered the following opening statement at today's subcommittee hearing, “USDA’s Rural Development: Delivering Vital Programs and Services to Rural America.” Remarks as prepared: Today, we will hear from rural leaders and former USDA Rural Development offic... Read more »
House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) delivered the following opening statement at today's full committee hearing, “An Examination of the State of the Specialty Crop Industry.” Remarks as prepared: Good morning, and welcome to today’s hearing. I want to begin by thanking Ranking Member Craig for her partnership in hosting this bipartisan hearing. I also want to thank ... Read more »
House Committee on Agriculture Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture Chairman Doug LaMalfa (CA-01) delivered the following opening statement at today's subcommittee hearing, “Promoting Forest Health and Resiliency Through Improved Active Management.” Remarks as prepared: Good morning, everyone. Welcome to today’s Forestry and Horticulture Subcommittee hearing titled “Promoting Forest Health an... Read more »
House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) delivered the following opening statement at today's subcommittee hearing, “Promoting Forest Health and Resiliency Through Improved Active Management." Remarks as prepared: Thank you, Mr. Chairman. And thank you to our witnesses for being here today. Coming to Washington is never easy but it is so important for you to be here and ... Read more »
House Committee on Agriculture Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture Chairman Brad Finstad (MN-01) delivered the following opening statement at today's subcommittee hearing, “Exploring State Options in SNAP.” Remarks as prepared: Good morning, and welcome to this morning’s hearing on examining state options in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as SNAP. Thank you to o... Read more »
