Delaney Receives Farm Bureau Award

Press Release

This month, Congressman John Delaney received the Friend of Farm Bureau Award. Delaney received the award from the President of the Maryland Farm Bureau at a family farm in Tuscarora. The award is given to legislators with a pro-agriculture track record.

"I'm so honored to be recognized by the Farm Bureau for our work together on the key issues facing Maryland farmers," said Delaney. "Agriculture is a large sector of the economy in Maryland and a big source of jobs, economic growth, and pride. Washington and Annapolis need to listen to Maryland farmers. We need to focus on policies that help farmers thrive."

In receiving the Friend of Farm Bureau Award, the following proclamation was read:

"The Friend of Farm Bureau Award is the Farm Bureau's method of recognizing Members of Congress who have voted with the farm community on priority issues over the 2-year term of each Congress. The award program began in 1996. This is the 10th bi-annual presentation of the Award.

"To qualify for the Friend of Farm Bureau Award, a legislator must have scored a 60% or better voting record on priority bills and amendments identified by our national office. Legislators must be nominated by their State Farm Bureau Board of Directors. The American Farm Bureau Federation's Board makes the final award decisions.

"This year we are honored to have nominated Congressman John Delaney of the 6th Congressional District for his dedication and service to the farm community. Congressman Delaney cast key votes in support of farmers on the Farm Bill, Water Resources and Small Business Tax Relief bills. Congressman Delaney also signed onto the Cash Accounting practices letter to support farmers in this region.

"At this time, it is my pleasure to present this award for outstanding service during the 113th Congress to the Honorable John Delaney."

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