Category: National Grange News
Grange urges Senate to include organizations like it in next PPP
The National Grange joined with several other nonprofit 501(c)5 organizations on a letter to Senate leader Mitch McConnell, asking for inclusion in the next round of stimulus funding. The groups wrote, “Maintaining strong organizations such as National Grange will be necessary to support industries and communities as they rebuild their economies going forward. In … Continue reading “Grange urges Senate to include organizations like it in next PPP”
National Grange issued a statement lauding Congressional moves to close the digital divide
On Tuesday, May 19, the National Grange issued a statement lauding Congressional moves to close the digital divide. National Grange President Betsy Huber said, “Rural communities and agricultural producers are struggling to overcome the economic challenges associated with COVID-19 – hardships made worse by gaps in reliable internet access. The National Grange applauds members … Continue reading “National Grange issued a statement lauding Congressional moves to close the digital divide”
Rural cancer patients see victory in CMS rule change
Today rural Americans struggling with cancer saw a great victory as Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) moved to change the rules for those undergoing innovative cancer treatment known as CAR-T to receive reimbursement and have their therapy closer to home. The National Grange and several State Granges have called on CMS to … Continue reading “Rural cancer patients see victory in CMS rule change”
National Grange urges Rural Caucus members about critical needs for rural residents
The National Grange, the National Rural Education Association and RetireSafe are asking the House of Representatives to include several critical needs for rural residents in their next COVID-19 relief package. These include short-term broadband access, improved health care access and dependable rural postal service. Read the full letter
Grange pleased Senate committee will hold hearing on Broadband
The National Grange is proud to support Chairman Roger Wicker and Ranking Member Maria Cantwell of the Senate Commerce Committee for holding the hearing on “The State of Broadband Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic.” As America’s oldest rural and agriculture advocacy organization, we applaud Congress for addressing the health and educational disparities in our country … Continue reading “Grange pleased Senate committee will hold hearing on Broadband”
Grange pens letter to Congressional leadership urging inclusion of Ag orgs in PPP
The National Grange asked Congress to include agricultural organizations as eligible entities for the Payroll Protection Program (PPP) as they have with charitable organizations and others. Strong agricultural organizations will be crucial to assist with the economic recovery of rural America. Read the full letter here.
FCC Chairman Pai joins Grange live web-stream, talks broadband and more
On Thursday, April 23, FCC Chairman Ajit Pai joined the National Grange’s daily livestream, Cultivating Connections. Pai talked about rural broadband and other related issues. He also took questions from the audience who joined the conversation by comments and text. In it, Pai said the contributions of the Grange on the issues related to … Continue reading “FCC Chairman Pai joins Grange live web-stream, talks broadband and more”
Grange to Congress: Rural Americans need information access during pandemic
On Monday, April 20, the National Grange released a statement calling on Congress to ensure service is available rural Americans using satellite TV to access vital information by extending the STELAR act. National Grange President Betsy Huber said: “The ongoing COVID-19 crisis makes clear the unique challenges that rural and underserved Americans face not … Continue reading “Grange to Congress: Rural Americans need information access during pandemic”
National Grange Urges Rural Caucus Members to Expand Cancer Care Access for Seniors
Washington, DC – Betsy Huber, president of National Grange, today sent a letter to Rural Caucus members of Congress urging their support in ensuring the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) implements a sustainable reimbursement solution for the innovative cancer treatment known as CAR-T therapy. Medicare’s current reimbursement process for CAR-T therapy is … Continue reading “National Grange Urges Rural Caucus Members to Expand Cancer Care Access for Seniors”
National Grange partners with U.S. Census, Comcast on PSA
The National Grange understand the importance of an accurate census count for rural communities. More than $30 billion each year is provided by the federal government to rural communities based on census data. Those funds provide critical dollars for small-town America. From money to purchase public safety equipment such as fire apparatus to operating … Continue reading “National Grange partners with U.S. Census, Comcast on PSA”
OPINION: What Government Should, Shouldn’t Do to Advance Mobile Tech in Ag
The convergence of technology and agriculture has revolutionized modern farming. From streamlining communication, to allowing remote crop monitoring via wireless sensors, to guiding farm machinery, there are scores of examples of ways in which modern farmers and ranchers rely on mobile devices to make their operations not just more efficient, but more sustainable. As our … Continue reading “OPINION: What Government Should, Shouldn’t Do to Advance Mobile Tech in Ag”
Grange urges Senate and House Committee for full funding of market access and market development export programs
America’s export markets are a lifeline for agriculture. The National Grange and most agriculture, fresh produce, commodity, forest and food organizations are asking Congress to fully fund the Marker Access Program and the Foreign Market Development Program which are vital to securing and keeping export markets. Both programs are contingent on 100 percent matching contribution … Continue reading “Grange urges Senate and House Committee for full funding of market access and market development export programs”
Grange urges Congress to fully fund the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network for FY2021
Farmer and rancher mental health challenges have increased this year. The farm economy, volatile markets, unpredicted weather, and pandemic health scares continue to strain their mental and emotional well-being. The National Grange joined several agricultural, commodity, veterans and rural groups calling on Congress to fully fund the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network for FY2021. … Continue reading “Grange urges Congress to fully fund the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network for FY2021”
Be careful when buying imported prescription drugs
The National Grange joined the Oklahoma State Grange and sixteen patient groups in a letter to the Oklahoma legislature cautioning them about imported drug legislation under consideration. CLICK HERE TO READ THE LETTER.
Grange hails white space proposal as necessary step forward to bridging digital divide
The National Grange applauded today’s announced proposal by FCC Chairman Ajit Pai to use unlicensed white space to deliver broadband service to rural residents. The move is another in a growing list by the Chairman and FCC to bridge the digital divide and ensure all Americans have access to broadband. National Grange President Betsy … Continue reading “Grange hails white space proposal as necessary step forward to bridging digital divide”