Through a series of articles we call The State, the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Advocacy and Political Affairs team is providing analysis related to "the state of" various aspects related to advocacy and political trends impacting farmers and ranchers and rural Americans.
“All politics is local,” former Speaker of the House Tip O’Neill said in summing up the direct link between a politician’s success and his or her ability to understand and influence the issues that matter most to their constituents.
Farm Bureau has a long-standing commitment to actively work with lawmakers on the issues affecting farmers, ranchers and rural communities. The August Recess period is a prime opportunity for grassroots engagement as legislators return home hoping to hear directly from the voters they represent.
For 2022, members of the House of Representatives are scheduled to be in the district for 45 days – from July 30 to September 13. And your Senators will be in the state from August 6 to September 6. These weeks help to shape the political direction for the fall months and provide the best opportunity to weigh in on legislative actions while trying to shape future ones.