Dodd, Lieberman Applaud Committee Passage of Agriculture Appropriations Bill

Dodd, Lieberman Applaud Committee Passage of Agriculture Appropriations Bill
Nearly $1.5 Million secured to help Connecticut farmers, small businesses and rural hospitals

The Senate Appropriations Committee approved a measure that, thanks in part to the work of Senators Chris Dodd and Joe Lieberman, would provide funds for agricultural and economic initiatives across Connecticut. Dodd and Lieberman worked with their Appropriations Committee colleagues to ensure that funds for a number of Connecticut projects are included in the fiscal year 2007 Department of Agriculture Appropriations Bill. The legislation will now be considered by the full Senate.

"Farming in Connecticut - particularly in the northeastern ‘Quiet Corner' - is a way of life for many residents in the area," Dodd said. "These resources will help farmers increase their productivity and efficiency. Additionally, the Senate has recognized that the network of services established by Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam is particularly important for the older residents in the region."

"Connecticut's small farmers face an uphill battle to stay competitive in a worsening economy," Lieberman said. "This funding will give Connecticut's farmers a much needed boost. It will also help rural hospitals in Connecticut provide better care for seniors."

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