First of It's Kind State MOU, WOTUS up for Public Comment

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A state commodity association has established a unique micro-level trade agreement with Indonesia. It is the first MOU signed between Indonesia and a state.

The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking public comment on proposed changes to the Waters of the U.S. rule, aiming to refine definitions and potentially reduce the number of wetlands under federal jurisdiction.

Part 3: AFBF on WOTUS

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In the final part of a series on the Waters of the US (WOTUS) rule, Courtney Briggs from the American Farm Bureau Federation explains the importance of defining two key terms: relatively permanent waters and continuous surface connection.

Part 2: AFBF on WOTUS

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The conversation is part of a series on the Waters of the US (WOTUS) rule updates. Courtney Briggs from the American Farm Bureau Federation discusses a proposed rule by the EPA and the US Army Corps of Engineers that aims to align with Supreme Court decisions on WOTUS.

Part 1: AFBF on WOTUS

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The conversation discusses the Waters of the US (WOTUS) regulation under the Clean Water Act, highlighting its complex history and lack of clear definition, leading to decades of debate over federal regulatory reach

NCBA Seeks Clean Water Act Clarity

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WOTUS is back on the table under the Trump Administration.

Ag Group Says New WOTUS Rule Not Clear

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American Farm Bureau Federation Senior Government Affairs Director, Courtney Briggs

Clean Water Act Back in the News

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The Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers Tuesday announced a final rule amending the 2023 definition of “waters of the United States.”

National Cattlemen's Beef Assocation Lawsuit Lays Foundation for WOTUS Nexus Test Languae

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National Cattlmen's Beef Association General Council, Mary-Thomas Hart

AFBF Says the Message is Clear: WOTUS is a Bad Rule

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American Farm Bureau Federation Senior Government Affairs Director, Courtney Briggs

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Not Happy with WOTUS Decision

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National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Chief Executive Officer, Ted McKinney,

Another Day, Another WOTUS Story

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In a recent hearing, EPA Administrator Regan defended his agency moving forward with WOTUS rule while waiting on Supreme Court decision.

National Cattlemen's Beef Assocation Concerned with WOTUS Court Decision

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National Cattlemen's Beef Association, General Council, Mary Thomas-Hart is concerned about further WOTUS Confusion With New Court Decision

AFBF Files Legal Challenge to WOTUS Rule

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The American Farm Bureau Federation and 17 other organizations are challenging the new Waters of the U.S. Rule in a lawsuit.