Rural Development
Our nation faces unprecedented economic challenges, and rural communities are certainly not immune. Agriculture plays a critical role in the economic outlook of Nebraska, and certainly our country and the entire world. In fact, the typical Nebraska farmer feeds 155 people per year, a great source of pride for our state.
Washington, DC – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) has announced the first in a series Farm Bill Listening Tour stops to hear from constituents and answer questions about the future of agriculture policy.
When talking to residents in the Third District, issues of access are often discussed: access to health care, veteran services, and, certainly, transportation. One important initiative which facilitates transportation access is the Essential Air Service (EAS). This program provides airline service to smaller, rural areas and ensures access to the national transportation system.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) has sent a bipartisan letter to the Chairmen and Ranking Members of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation urging them to reform and maintain the Essential Air Service (EAS) program in the final FAA Reauthorization bill:
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) today issued the following statement following passage of a conference report which would allow for the restoration of USDA-sponsored inspections of horse processing facilities:
After nearly five years of delay and political gamesmanship the trade agreements with Colombia, Panama, and South Korea finally passed the U.S. House of Representatives with bipartisan support. It was a pivotal moment for America’s economy.