Washington, Dec. 5 -- Rep. Lauren Underwood issued the following press release:
Representative Lauren Underwood (IL-14) introduced the Strong Farms, Strong Future Act, bipartisan legislation co-led by Rep. Zach Nunn (R-IA). The legislation will update and strengthen U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) programs dedicated to fighting climate change and building resilient local agriculture systems. The legislation also makes sure farmers receive inflation-adjusted payments for implementing and strengthening climate practices on their farms.
"While Illinois farmers face the dual challenges of rising costs and a changing climate, this bipartisan legislation will make it easier for them to do what they do best: keep food on our tables and dri...