CONGRESSMAN PANETTA APPOINTED TO HOUSE COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE

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Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) was re-appointed by Congressional leadership to serve on the House Agriculture Committee. Congressman Panetta released the following statement:

"As the proud representative of the Salad Bowl of the World, I am honored to have the opportunity to continue my service on the House Agriculture Committee. One of my proudest achievements during my first term was passing the bipartisan 2018 Farm Bill. This legislation fulfills a promise to support our farmers, rural communities, and neighbors. I helped craft a Farm Bill that promotes our specialty crop and organic sectors, expands opportunities for beginning farmers, invests in agricultural research, increases access to nutritious fresh fruits and vegetables, and protects nutrition assistance benefits. During the 116th Congress, I will continue to work on this committee to advance priorities for Central Coast growers, shippers, farmworkers, and families, and to make sure that the Farm Bill is implemented as Congress intended," said Congressman Panetta.

Congressman Panetta also served on the House Agriculture Committee during the 115th Congress.

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