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Thompson: Farm Bill Will Address Prop 12

The House Ag Committee Chair says he plans to use the upcoming farm bill to deal with California’s Prop 12 that was upheld by the Supreme Court.

At Minnesota’s Farmfest, Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA) said the Supreme Court did say in its decision that Congress has the power to address the issues caused by Prop 12. Thompson addressed the audience during a farm bill listening session and said the court let it stand because they’re tired of handling Congressional work.

Thompson didn’t specify if the Ag Committee would write its own legislation or use pending legislation to deal with California’s law. Bills have already been introduced in both congressional chambers that would nullify Prop 12.