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THORNTON – Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo, M.D. (CO-08) on June 16 submitted her first round of priorities to be included in the 2023 Farm Bill. June 16 was the deadline to submit priorities to the Democratic Member portal – though, through her position on the House Agriculture Committee, Caraveo will have continued opportunities to contribute to the bill. 

“I’m incredibly proud to represent the largest agriculture-producing county east of the Rocky Mountains. It’s an honor to be in a position to advocate for our District,” said Congresswoman Caraveo. “I have spent my first six months in office reaching out to local farmers, ranchers, producers, and hardworking families to inform my work. Today I’m submitting the first round of our community’s Farm Bill priorities, and I look forward to continuing to solicit and receive feedback as the process continues.” 

The first round of CO-08 Farm Bill priorities that Congresswoman Caraveo submitted include:

• Cutting red tape – decreasing regulation to let farmers do what they do best
• Standing up for farmers & small business – by passing initiatives that help farmers grow and thrive, including workforce development provisions
• Advocating for rural communities – by expanding high speed internet, improving infrastructure, and supporting working families
• Fighting for healthy communities – including protecting SNAP and nutrition programs

Caraveo compiled these priorities with input from CO-08 constituents through in-person meetings, events, correspondence to her office, and her own Farm Bill Feedback Form. 

The Farm Bill is generally considered must-pass bipartisan legislation, which is passed every five years. It will include support for farmers, ranchers, and producers, as well as important progress on climate and drought issues, broadband access, and funding for nutrition programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Congresswoman Dr. Caraveo is a first generation American whose parents immigrated to Colorado from Chihuahua. She has served Colorado families as a pediatrician for over a decade and as a member of the state House. She is now the first Latina congressperson in Colorado’s history and the first representative of CO-08, Colorado’s newest congressional seat. She serves on the House Agriculture and House Science, Space, & Technology Committees. 

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