Submitted by Peter Nell on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 11:51
H.R.3871 would ensure a fair playing field for organic producers and protect consumer trust in the organic seal by strengthening the USDA National Organic Program’s oversight of domestic and international organic production.
Congressman Garamendi joins California representatives Jared Huffman (D-CA-2), Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24), Jimmy Panetta (D-CA-20), Tony Cardenas (D-CA-29), Zoe Lofgren (D-CA-19), Ted Lieu (D-CA-33), Doug LaMalfa (R-CA-1), David Valadao (R-CA-21), and representatives from 19 other states as cosponsors.
CCOF applauds Congressman Garamendi for his support of organic integrity and his commitment to his constituents.
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