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The 2002 Farm Bill: A Case Study in Distributive Politics and Senate InfluenceExamines the case of 2002 Farm Bill in light of Theodore Lowi's concept of distributive politics and Lee and Oppenheimer's study "Sizing up the Senate."
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Farm Bill HR 2749... and What it MeansA brief over-view of the Farm Bill HR 2749 -
Do You Know What the "Farm Bill" Is?The "Farm Bill" is re-written every five years. A new one comes up in 2011. It regulates almost every aspect of agriculture in this country including energy.
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Nebraska Lawmakers: 2007 Farm Bill is Critical Piece of LegislatureFormer Nebraska Governor Mike Johanns, now the Secretary of Agriculture in the Bush administration unveiled the proposed 2007 Farm Bill
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Congressional Agriculture Committee Seeks to Breeze Through Farm BillIt happens only once every five years; the Agriculture Committee sits down to begin updated reform on the farming and food industry and it usually takes about a year's worth of work. Now they seek to write a new farm bill in 2 weeks, behind closed doors.
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Nebraska Political Fight Breaks Out as Farm Bill LingersFight in D.C. over farm bill, will they fight till the cows come home?
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Farm Bill Proposal Threatens Local, State Food LawsA provision in the proposed U.S. Farm Bill would override state and local governments' laws against genetically modified foods, farm animal mistreatment and other food items.
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Pelosi Praises Bipartisan Support of New Direction Farm Bill"Thanks to this farm bill, it will also be an economic solution for America's farmers. It will create a rural renaissance that will re-energize farm country and create jobs in small towns across America," said Pelosi.
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Allen Hance, Farm and Food Policy Project, and the 2007 Farm Bill"Many of us see this as a historic opportunity for really creating a farm bill that is also a healthy food bill, and that can do a lot to support farmers and ranchers and growers across the entire country and create better food choices for consumers."
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Polls Show Demand for Revamped Farm BillPolling in five states show people would think better of Congress if the 2007 Farm Bill set aside more money for conservation and allocated less for crop subsidies, according to Environmental Defense.
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Farm Bill Offers Opportunity for ReformThe Heritage Foundation has published a new web memo analyzing opportunities for reform with pending farm subsidy legislation.
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Second Harvest Urges Food Contributions and Passage of Farm BillIn a Thanksgiving Day press release, Second Harvest announced that its food pantries' stock was unusually low even for this time of year.
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2008 Farm Bill's 'Open Fields' Opens Doors to Outdoor EnjoymentSeventeen states -- along with lovers of the outdoors -- will benefit from USDA's grant aimed at promoting public use of land otherwise unavailable. Hunters, bird watchers, and local economies will potentially reap the benefits.
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America's Second Harvest Calls for Strong Nutrition Title in Farm Bill"There simply may be no food for many families when the rest of the nation gathers to celebrate Thanksgiving."
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Latest Farm Bill Proposal Would Override States' Rights, Center for Food Safety WarnsSubcommittee proposal states local regulations can't supercede those OK'd by the Secretary of Agriculture
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Farm Subsidy Bill in Need of Reform, Heritage Foundation SaysThe Heritage Foundation has published a new web memo analyzing pending farm bill legislation.
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How to Take Your Children or Family to Visit a Sustainable Farm that Supplies Local Farmers' MarketsHere's how to take your family to visit a farm, according to the Community Alliance with Family Farmers and the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition websites.
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2010 New York 23rd District Race: Republican Matt Doheny in Uphill Battle Against Democrat Bill OwensVeteran and current Representative Bill Owens won a special election last year, capturing the district for the Democrats. Republican Matt Doheny may have trouble grabbing it back. -
Billionaires, Lobbyists and Professional Athletes Getting Farm SubsidiesTexas oil billionaire Lee M. Bass, NBA's Scottie Pippen, lobbyist Gerald Cassidy and Florida developer Maurice Wilder have something in common: they shared in farm subsidy benefits totaling more than $2.1 million from 2003-2005.
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A Man Named BillBill was a story teller but always with a messgae.
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Your Food, Senate Bill 510, the FDA, and Homeland SecurityA clear explanation of the Senate Bill 510 that effects your food and those in the food service industry.
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Can You Claim the Domestic Production Activity Deduction for Your Farm?Farmers may be able to claim the Domestic Production Activity Deduction. For 2009 this deduction is 6 percent of the lesser of net income from domestic production activities or adjusted gross income, limited to 50 percent of W-2 reportable wages paid. -
Financial Incentives for Installing a Windmill on Your FarmA 30% federal income tax credit with no limit significantly reduces the cost of a wind energy system. State and local incentives such as tax credits and exemptions, rebates, grants, loans, and production credits can further reduce the cost of a windmill. -
Census Worker Hanged in Clay County, Kentucky: Protecting Pot Farm or Anti-Government Message?Proving that the "Great Society" still has a long way to go to achieve its goals, the body of part-time census worker and teacher Bill Sparkman was found hanged from a tree in eastern Kentucky, the word "fed" written on his chest, on September 12.
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Sweetwater Organic Farm: An Oasis Among ConcreteSweetwater Organic Community. Raw food nut burgers, raw goats milk, green smoothies, raw chocolate delicacies, aspiring talented musicians, and a chance to get dirty and volunteer! Go Green! Go Organic! Go to Sweetwater Farm!
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What is the Future of the Small Family Farm?I've experienced life on a small American family farm. It's rough. But the food you get there is the best on the planet. But how long can they survive?
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Friday Funny Farm ReportA look at our life on a small hobby farm. -
Workers Needed for Next Ohlone Elementary Farm DayVolunteers are needed for a multitude of tasks at the next Ohlone Elementary School Farm Workday on November 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Farm tasks are available for all ages and skill levels. -
2010 Texas' 17th District Race: Chet Edwards in Trouble Against Republican Bill FloresDemocrat Chet Edwards has managed to defy the odds and hang on in an incredibly difficult district for his party, and may do so again- but the odds really favor Bill Flores this year. -
Tax Tips for Farm BusinessesTax season is especially difficult for farmers as tax rules for farm businesses are complex and, at times, convoluted. -
Is Your Farm a Business or a Hobby?The distinction between a farm business and a farm hobby is important because tax deductions for hobby farms are far more limited than those for farm businesses.
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The New Financial Reform Bill is Not Wall Street's NightmareEven though most people view this bill as relatively mild, this bill is definitely brave and unprecedented. Wall Street banks, on the other hand, though do not like the bill, is happy that the bill is as harsh as they think.
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Cut Your Food Bill in Half by Going GreenUse these simple tips and advice for cutting your food bill in half by going green.
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Bill & Ruth's Submarine Sandwiches and so Much MoreWant a sub, burger, salad or tabouli? Perhaps a gyro, a pita, spaghetti or a spud? Maybe humus, a wrap or baklava? Pull into Bill & Ruth's in Claremore, Oklahoma. You'll be impressed. You'll leave full and happy and you'll be back. -
Customer Review: State Farm Delivers Solid Service on Property ClaimState Farm pays promptly on property damage claim, but leaves room for improvement with handling of email correspondence.
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Florida 'Ag-Gag' Bill Reaching Senate FloorA new bill in Florida will make it illegal to take media on agriculture grounds without permission. This will lead to a secure enviornment for agriculture critical infrastructures but it is facing harsh criticism by radical animal rights groups.
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Food Recall Bill Passes Senate, Now Heads for House ApprovalThe Senate passed S.B. 510, which grants the FDA more authority to recall foods. The House must pass on the measure for it to reach President Obama's desk to be signed into law. -
Friday Funny Farm ReportAn interesting look at life on our small hobby farm. -
A Review: Pepperidge Farm Soft Baked Oatmeal Raisin CookiesPepperidge Farm Soft Baked Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are the next best thing to home baked oatmeal raisin cookies. They fit the bill quite well and are soft, bite sized cookies with plump, juicy raisins.
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Life Growing Up in 1945 on a Small Appalachia Family Hill FarmOn our small Appalachia hill farm in 1945, we had no running water, no indoor plumbing and no electricity, but I feel privileged to have lived in that time.
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