Agriculture
January 5, 2018
There is a lot of work ahead in the new year. Before we undertake a fresh set of challenges, it is good to take stock of the many positive outcomes and accomplishments of 2017.
December 19, 2017
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement today after the House passed the conference report to H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which is the legislative agreement between the House and Senate. This bill to overhaul the tax code for the first time in a generation now goes to the Senate for final passage and then on to the President’s desk for his signature.
December 1, 2017
Tax reform is our main focus in Congress right now, and many beneficial provisions for the agriculture economy are advancing with this effort. We know farmers and ranchers are weathering uncertain times, and as we get closer to putting a tax reform bill on President Trump’s desk, we also need to get moving on the farm bill.
Issues:AgricultureTrade
November 30, 2017
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement today after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its final 2018 renewable fuel volumes under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS).
Issues:AgricultureEnergy
November 24, 2017
With so many meaningful reforms included in the House’s tax code overhaul, I am particularly pleased about the numerous victories for agriculture.
November 15, 2017
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) spoke on the House floor today to highlight the benefits of tax reform and urge passage of H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. A vote by the full House is expected tomorrow.
October 27, 2017
As we approach the holiday season, many Nebraskans are planning their travels. Increased fuel demand is a reminder of how important it is for our country to utilize every available energy source, as more choices for consumers typically lead to lower costs.
October 11, 2017
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) advocated for greater trade opportunities for Nebraska producers today in a bipartisan Ways and Means Committee member meeting with the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, as well as a Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee hearing on opportunities to expand U.S. trade in the Asia-Pacific region.
Issues:AgricultureTradeWays & Means
September 8, 2017
Congress has a lengthy to-do list this fall, but I am grateful to have spent August traveling the Third District and hearing directly from Nebraskans on your priorities.
August 22, 2017
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) announced today he will host a Farm Bill telephone town hall on Monday, September 11, at 7:00 p.m. CT / 6:00 p.m. MT, to conclude his 2017 Farm Bill listening tour.
Issues:Agriculture