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Support Mike Flood for Congress
Nebraska Farm Bureau’s endorsed candidate for the first congressional district, Mike Flood, is a proven leader who has demonstrated his understanding of agriculture and its impact on our economy. Help get Mike Flood across the finish line by voting for him on November 8. Hear from Mike Flood in the video below.
Help Elect Leaders Who Understand Agriculture
The General Election will usher in a one of the largest classes of state senators we’ve seen in a long time. To help you find out who is running for state and federal offices, we launched the NEFB-PAC election guide. You can also learn where NEFB stands on certain proposed constitutional amendments.
Policy Watch…
In this week’s Policy Watch, American Farm Bureau’s Market Intel digs into the driving factors behind soaring diesel prices, farmers are urging intervention to prevent a rail strike, and registration is open for Policy Forum on Nov. 17.
Avert National Rail Strike: Urge Congress to take Swift Action!
Write to the House and Senate today and urge swift action to avert a rail strike or lockout that would lead to shutdowns or slowdowns of rail-dependent facilities, resulting in devastating consequences to our national and global food security.
Gov. Temporarily Waives Regulations for Truckers Hauling Critically Needed Fuels
Governor Pete Ricketts issued Executive Order 22-06 to provide emergency relief on account of regional fuel shortages. The order temporarily allows truck drivers to work extended hours to haul gasoline or gasoline blends, diesel, fuel oil, ethanol, propane, and biodiesel.
American Farm Bureau Annual Convention Heads to Puerto Rico
If you want the inside scoop when it comes to policies and perspectives that will affect your farm or agribusiness in 2023, don’t miss the 104th consecutive American Farm Bureau Convention in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Contact Autumn Jacobs at atumnj@nefb.org to learn more and register.
