Congresswoman Mary E. Miller | Official U.S. House headshot
Congresswoman Mary E. Miller | Official U.S. House headshot
WASHINGTON - The House Agriculture Committee, led by Chairman GT Thompson, has announced plans to review the Farm Bill on May 23, 2024. In response to this announcement, Congresswoman Mary Miller (R-IL) issued a statement outlining her perspective and soliciting input from her constituents.
Miller said, "Over the past year, the House Agriculture Committee has diligently laid the groundwork to pass a Farm Bill to put producers first and ensure a strong agriculture safety net."
Drawing from her own experience as a family farmer, Miller understands firsthand the struggles of those who contribute significantly to the nation's food supply. She highlighted rising input costs, higher diesel prices, and inflation under the Biden Administration as key challenges currently facing farmers.
"Food security is national security," she emphasized. "That's why American farmers need a Farm Bill that supports crop insurance and the farm risk safety net."
In addition to these issues, Miller also expressed concern over foreign influence in domestic agriculture. She stated her intention to advocate for provisions that protect fertile farmland from being replaced with Chinese solar panels. "I strongly believe our farmland must be protected as a critical resource for growing food," she asserted.
As the date of the Farm Bill hearing approaches, Miller is keen on hearing from farmers and constituents in downstate and central Illinois. She urged them to share their thoughts on how best to serve Illinois farmers ahead of this important hearing.
"Agriculture is the lifeblood of our local economy," she said. "Protecting the family farm is my top priority."
Miller has invited constituents to share their feedback through an online survey.
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