Agriculture
PA-11 is home to a strong agricultural industry and leads the state in the production of a number of commodities.
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WASHINGTON [10/30/19] - Today, U.S. Reps. Angie Craig (MN-2) and Lloyd Smucker (PA-11) introduced the Responsible & Efficient Agriculture Destination (TREAD) Act to give farmers and ranchers more flexibility when transporting live animals and perishable goods.
On Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 (the Farm Bill). U.S. Rep. Lloyd Smucker (R-Pa.) voted in favor of the measure, which was approved by a 369-47 vote.
"This bill provides much-needed relief for our hardworking farmers to help them get through tough times," Smucker said. "Under this legislation, these hard workers who feed America will be better able to put food on their own tables, provide for their families and keep their farms up and running – and that's good for our economy and our country."
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-16) issued the following statement on President Trump's executive order establishing the Interagency Task Force on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity: