Category: National Grange News
Grange: Bipartisan legislation to improve drug discount program good first step
WASHINGTON, D.C. (JANUARY 11, 2018) — The National Grange sent a statement to Congress on Friday, Jan. 11, supporting legislation that will halt a program created for good benefits is producing bad results. The bipartisan legislation, H.R. 4710, penned by Reps. Larry Buchson (R-IN) and Scott Peters (D-CA) temporally freezes the 340B program, created … Continue reading “Grange: Bipartisan legislation to improve drug discount program good first step”
Grange cheers request for information by CMS on proposal
On Tuesday, Dec. 19, National Grange President Betsy Huber sent a statement to CMS Director Seema Verma and all the Senate and House healthcare staffers regarding the solicitation by CMS for information regarding a proposed rule change for Medicare Part D. The change is aimed at driving down out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs, something seniors and rural … Continue reading “Grange cheers request for information by CMS on proposal”
4 Congressional Leaders honored as ‘Champions of Rural America’ during 150th National Grange Birthday Celebration
Senators Stabenow and Collins, Representatives Peterson and Walden receive award Washington, DC, Dec 05, 2017 – – As part of the 150th birthday celebration of the National Grange on Monday, Dec. 4, four Congressional leaders were honored as Champions of Rural America. Sen. Susan Collins (ME), Rep. Collin Peterson (MN), Sen. Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Rep. Greg … Continue reading “4 Congressional Leaders honored as ‘Champions of Rural America’ during 150th National Grange Birthday Celebration”
151st Annual National Grange Convention: Day 5
IN THIS ISSUE: Talent on display at Evening of Excellence; Youth Ambassadors, Young Patron named New initiatives part of Junior make-over 2 inducted into Grange Hall of Fame Grange founders embraced change, advancements; we must as well Juniors get fired up on tour Friday Patrons encouraged to give Youth ‘great opportunities’ so they can grow … Continue reading “151st Annual National Grange Convention: Day 5”
151st Annual National Grange Convention: Day 4
IN THIS ISSUE: Youth, Patrons enjoy fun-filled day Learn about a new Youth opportunity at Saturday workshop Quarterly magazine lauded, subscribers needed New ideas, energy comes to Junior Grange
151st Annual National Grange Convention: Day 3
IN THIS ISSUE: 10 receive warm thank you for service More than 80 families recognized for generations of Grange dedication Distinguished Granges recognized for work Grange Radio alive, looking for talent WA Senator: Rural America needs advocates Support the Juniors by buying a chance to pie a ‘Grange celebrity’ Updates on headquarters mixed Youth escape … Continue reading “151st Annual National Grange Convention: Day 3”
151st Annual National Grange Convention: Day 2
IN THIS ISSUE: Officers open session with spirit National President offers policy notes, view of Grange future in addresses Speaker identifies Grange priorities as ‘on track’ National Round-up for 2017 Committees tackle tough topics Code Reading contest slots open Are you up for a challenge? Party shirts helped fund Youth Messy fun will be had … Continue reading “151st Annual National Grange Convention: Day 2”
151st Annual National Grange Convention: Day 1
IN THIS ISSUE: 151st Convention kicks off in Lilac City Oregon women serves as Trimble Youth on Ag Committee Grange perseverance tested by shipping delay; faith wins New, returning delegates excited to work Changes, singers delight banquet attendees Communication Fellows get to task
Huber Interviews FCC Chairman Pai on Grange Radio
Washington, DC, October 24, 2017 –National Grange President Betsy Huber sat down with Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai for a Grange Radio interview to discuss the importance of internet connectivity in rural and small town America. In order to educate our more than 150,000 members across the United States, President Huber interviewed Chairman Pai on Grange … Continue reading “Huber Interviews FCC Chairman Pai on Grange Radio”
Grange: High court should hear case that could impact ag
National Grange Executive Committee Member Leroy Watson recently penned an op-ed that appeared in The Hill on Saturday, Oct. 15, in which he argues that the Supreme Court should hear a case involving patent law that could have a great impact on American agriculture. Watson said in an earlier decision, a federal circuit court’s ruling … Continue reading “Grange: High court should hear case that could impact ag”
Rural communities benefit from FCC Chair’s commitment to broadband expansion, Huber says in op-ed
On Monday, Oct. 2, an op-ed by National Grange President Betsy Huber appeared in Morning Consult in which she discussed the Grange’s interest in rural broadband deployment and the good working relationship our organization has shared with current FCC Chairman Ajit Pai who is up for reconfirmation by the Senate soon. Read the entire … Continue reading “Rural communities benefit from FCC Chair’s commitment to broadband expansion, Huber says in op-ed”
Grange President appointed to second FCC Broadband Working Group
This week, National Grange President Betsy Huber was appointed to the Streamlining Federal Siting Working Group of the Broadband Deployment Advisory Committee. She also serves on the State Model Code Working Group. “The Streamlining Federal Siting Working Group is charged with developing recommendations to improve the process of siting wireless and wired internet facilities … Continue reading “Grange President appointed to second FCC Broadband Working Group”
National Agriculture in the Classroom and the Grange Foundation Award 2017 Agriculture Advocate Award
National Agriculture in the Classroom and the Grange Foundation selected Carol Baker-Dunn of Georgia as the winner of the 2017 Agriculture Advocate Award. Baker-Dunn said she was “absolutely shocked” when she found out she won the award. “I never would’ve guessed anything like that would’ve happened!” Baker-Dunn said. Grange Foundation board member Joan Smith … Continue reading “National Agriculture in the Classroom and the Grange Foundation Award 2017 Agriculture Advocate Award”
Grange Files Comments Supporting Restoration of Internet Freedom at the FCC
The National Grange submitted comments in support of the Federal Communications Commission’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Restoring Internet Freedom. For 150 years, the National Grange has worked to ensure that all communities directly benefit from the latest advances in communications technologies. We have consistently supported Commission efforts to promote better high-speed internet access … Continue reading “Grange Files Comments Supporting Restoration of Internet Freedom at the FCC”
National Grange Statement on GAO Lifeline Report
WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 29, 2017 – National Grange Betsy Huber issued the following statement today: “National Grange, the nation’s oldest rural advocacy organization, appreciates the work reflected in the Government Accountability Office (GAO) report on the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Lifeline program. While the report details numerous problems and vulnerabilities of the program, … Continue reading “National Grange Statement on GAO Lifeline Report”
