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ASA Lauds House Passage of COOL Repeal

June 10, 2015

With a vote late Wednesday night, the House of Representatives passed a bill to repeal the country of origin labeling standards for meat products sold in the United States. The legislation followed last month’s final ...

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ASA Commends House on Passage of Grain Standards Act Reauthorization, Calls on Senate for Quick Action

June 10, 2015

The American Soybean Association (ASA) today commended the House of Representatives on passage of a bill to reauthorize the U.S. Grain Standards Act (USGSA), and called on the Senate to act quickly on its version ...

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Soy Growers Call on Congress to Scrap Clean Water Rule

June 4, 2015

The American Soybean Association (ASA) is calling on lawmakers to take legislative action to prevent the Clean Water Rule from taking effect. ASA specifically cites the nexus test—language in the rule that EPA says it will ...

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ASA Supports Bill to Prevent Port Labor Disruptions, Protect U.S. Businesses

June 4, 2015

Legislation was introduced in the Senate that could allow state governors to intervene in labor disputes at seaports to stop disruptions and protect American businesses, employees and consumers. Sen. Cory Gardner (R-CO) introduced the “Protecting ...

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Soy Growers Support Extension of Tax Provision to Stimulate Economy, Jobs

June 4, 2015

The American Soybean Association (ASA) signed a letter in support of continuation of the 50 percent bonus depreciation tax provision. The group letter was initiated by the National Association of Manufacturers. The provision was extended ...

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