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GovernanceGovernment regulations often have worldwide effects. Keep up with the latest in policy changes that shape the cotton industry.NCC Welcomes New Farm Bill ProposalProposal includes a new crop insurance program that is based on NCC recommendations.Congress Introduces Bills Aimed at Aiding the U.S. Textile IndustryThree bills were recently introduced on Capitol Hill aimed at bolstering the U.S. textile and apparel industry.Farm Sector Urges Resolution to Budget Issues on Capitol HillNational Cotton Council joins in a chorus of farm interest groups urging Congress to resolve budget issues.NCC Opposes 'Damaging' FY12 Ag Appropriations AmendmentsNational Cotton Council says new amendments re-write parts of the 2008 Farm Bill and violate government-to-government agreements between the United States and Brazil.Senate Votes to Abolish Ethanol SubsidySenate vote to end a 30-year old subsidy for corn-ethanol is symbolic of rising concerns over the federal deficit.Drama Begins in Construction of the 2012 Farm BillRecord high commodity prices and a record high national deficit could make things difficult.Senate Passage of H.R. 872 Will Lessen Regulatory UncertaintyThe National Cotton Council urges swift passage of the resolution, which will help put an end to "redundant regulation."Federal Spending Cuts Affect AgricultureH.R. 1473 includes roughly $3 Billion in spending reductions to USDA operations and agriculture programs.NCC Concerned Budget Proposal Could Weaken AgricultureHouse Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan (R-WI) proposes cuts to commodity, conservation and nutrition programs.Bill Introduced to Eliminate Pesticide PermitsHouse representatives propose a bipartisan bill to reduce regulatory burdens posed by the National Cotton Council vs. Enivronmental Protection Agency ruling.Vilsack: New Air Regulations Won't Burden FarmersAg Secretary tries to ease concern that new EPA regulations could mandate more no-till practices, as well as require farmers to pave gravel roads.NCC: Don't Undermine FAS in Government Streamlining InitiativeNCC applauds efforts to streamline federal government, but warns against changes that would hinder agencies like the Foreign Agricultural Services. |
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