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April 27, 2021 | Newsline

The American Farm Bureau Federation is promoting ways to support and develop rural broadband. Micheal Clements shares how you can help.
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April 23, 2021 | News Releases

The American Farm Bureau Federation calls on the administration to act responsibly in conservation efforts. Specifically, President Biden’s goal to conserve at least 30% of our lands and waters by 2030, commonly referred to as “30x30,” is raising questions. Three key requests are outlined in a letter to President Biden: that the administration provide clarity on the initiative; that the effort recognizes voluntary conservation efforts already underway; and that the administration seeks input from farmers and ranchers.
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April 22, 2021 | Newsline

The Environmental Protection Agency recently released new annual data on greenhouse gas emissions. Micheal Clements shares what the report shows for agriculture.
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April 20, 2021 | News Releases

The Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance (FACA) applauds the bipartisan re-introduction of the Growing Climate Solutions Act and thanks Senate Agriculture Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) and Sen. Mike Braun (R-Ind.) for sponsoring the bill. The act establishes a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) technical assistance and certification program to assist producers and forest owners seeking to participate in voluntary carbon markets. Sens. Stabenow and Braun are joined by ## cosponsors of the bill, including Senate Agriculture Committee Ranking Member John Boozman (R-Ark.) and ## other committee members, demonstrating that bipartisan, common ground can be found on climate policies.
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April 20, 2021 | Newsline

A new study shows the impact of eliminating the stepped-up basis tax provision. Micheal Clements shares the results of the study.
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April 20, 2021 | News Releases

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the re-introduction of the Growing Climate Solutions Act.
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April 20, 2021 | News Releases

A new report released today by EY finds that repealing the step-up in basis tax provision would damage the gross domestic product (GDP) and significantly decrease job creation. The study was conducted for the Family Business Estate Tax Coalition, which includes almost 60 organizations representing family-owned businesses.  
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April 16, 2021 | News Releases

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the introduction of several bills addressing climate change.
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April 16, 2021 | News Releases

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the nomination of Robert Bonnie as Under Secretary for Food Production and Conservation (FPAC).
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April 15, 2021 | Newsline

The American Farm Bureau Federation will celebrate Farm Bureau County Leader Week, coinciding with National Volunteer Week. Micheal Clements shares how you, too, can celebrate and get involved in your community.
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