Good morning. I call this meeting of the Senate Committee on agricultural nutrition in order. Over the last several months, i along with a Ranking Member and our colleagues on this committee having working on a new farm bill, an important part of this process has been to hold hearings on each farm bill title and to listen to stake holders. Im proud to say that the committee has sufficiently conducted our work in this area, having held hearings so far on eight titles. Todays meeting cover Nutrition Program on farm bill. Two titles remain, the process as far as the opportunity to review the full range of usda programs to ensure that they are operating efficiently and effectively. Not every Program Needs a Major Overhaul but many federal programs can benefit from increased efficiency, improved integrity and the production of waste. As we conduct this review, it is important to remember the purpose of these critical Nutrition Programs. They are not about longterm dependency, they are being
The gentlelady from tennessee is recognized to close for the majority. Mrs. Black thank you, mr. Chairman. I likewise would like to just say that the Ranking Member, mr. Yarmuth, has just been wonderful to work with and we may have differences of opinion but we can do it in a very Southern Hospitality way. I just so much appreciate his demeanor, his leadership on the committee, the way he honors the members of the committee, both democrats and republicans, and it has just been a joy to work with him. Im going to miss working with him and being able to have lively debate which is good this body and good for america. Is good for this body and good for america. I want to also thank all the member who was participated in the debate today, both democrats an republicans. This is what our democracy is about. Being able to voice our opinions and at the end of the day, being able to come to a conclusion after that debate. I look forward to continuing discussion and voting on the final passage t
Effect. Ill explain it all coming up. Right now we are tracking delays for drivers heading along westbound 580, pretty typical. We did have an earlier accident, those slowdowns started earlier this morning. Right now its about a 30 minute commute between 205 and 680. Ongoing road work between southbound 680. Caltrans should be wrapping up with that right now. Were still seeing those slowdowns. Do give yourself a little extra time if you are heading in that direction. Were showing speeds in the red around 20 miles per hour. Looks like they reopened the connector ramp from eastbound 24 to southbound 680. Were no longer seeing the backup over there. Over at the bay bridge toll plaza, cars backing up in those cash lanes. 10 minute ride into San Francisco. Now theres a check of your traffic, back over to you. Thank you. As Law Enforcement investigates the deadliest mass shooting in modern u. S. History people are coming together to honor the victims. A number of vigils have been held to hon
Allowed to walk in his High School Graduation. It all comes down to what he wanted to wear. We will talk about that and we will tell you what hes doing tomorrow. Where does President Trump stand on cuba . He announced he will undo the executive order that cleared the way for trade and tourism between the countries. This week he is taking a trip to miami, florida. What he is expected to outline on the trip more on that and would children on summer break you might be looking for a place to hang out, some great day trips in the bay area. This is a local Swimming Hole that has been around for centuries. We will take you there coming up we will show you where it is and why they call it a hidden gem. Maybe not so hidden anymore. It is going to be warmer later this week too. Yes, we will begin warming up tomorrow. We have the alcatraz triathlon today so it is cool out there. Temperatures are within a few degrees of where we started yesterday, the skies are looking similar mostly sunny. Althou
Authenticate the grandeur and glory of the ideals and principles of our republic. Rupp with the work they do. Grant that the men and women of the peoples house find the courage and wisdom to Work Together to forge solutions to the many needs of our nation and ease the anxieties of so many. May all that is done this day be for your greater honor and glory. Amen. The speaker the chair has examined the journal of the last days proceedings and announces to the house his pproval thereof. Pursuant to clause 1 of rule 1, the journal stands approved. The pledge of allegiance will be led by the gentleman from washington, mr. Heck. Mr. Heck i pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of america and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under god, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. The speaker the chair will entertain up to five requests for one minute speeches on each side of the aisle. For what purpose does the gentleman from Washington State seek recognition . I