Category: National Grange News
National Grange Supports Pole Attachment Guidelines for Broadband
Utility poles are vital infrastructure for the expansion of high-speed broadband into rural America. Fair, equitable, cost-effective and timely access to poles are the lynch pin to rural broadband deployment. Read the letter from National Grange to FCC Commissioners.
Great Plains Regional Leadership Conference a huge success.
Roughly 40 Grange members of all ages from across the Great Plains gathered in Manhattan, Kansas from June 10-12 for the Great Plains Regional Leadership Conference. Participants attended educational workshops led by National Grange staff and the Youth and Junior Ambassador Teams, competed in Grange Baseball, and attended a fun game-themed dance and party. … Continue reading “Great Plains Regional Leadership Conference a huge success.”
The National Grange presents the 2022 Champions of Rural America Award
A reception hosted by Grange Advocacy, National Grange President Betsy Huber presented U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse (WA-4), Sarah Wyant (founder, Agri-Pulse Communications), and Nona Bear (patient rights and healthcare reform advocate) with their awards. Senator Joe Manchin (WV) was unable to attend the reception, but will receive his award at a later date. “Our recipients … Continue reading “The National Grange presents the 2022 Champions of Rural America Award”
Patent trolls threaten efforts to expand rural broadband and smart agriculture.
Insufficient access to high-speed broadband in rural America not only hurts rural residents but also undermines the U.S. food supply chain and the future of American farmers. Gaining access to high-speed broadband obviously requires strong infrastructure, but as important, it requires ready access to the smart devices that connect to it. We must support … Continue reading “Patent trolls threaten efforts to expand rural broadband and smart agriculture.”
The National Grange urges to reclassify 911 operators as emergency response workers
The National Grange is urging the Office of Management and Budget to reclassify 911 operators as emergency response workers. The 911 operator is a critical link in the first responder network. Operators give assistance and life-saving advice to 911 callers in the critical minutes before emergency personnel arrive. They should be reclassified from clerical to … Continue reading “The National Grange urges to reclassify 911 operators as emergency response workers”
Congress Can Do More to Improve Rural Health Care
It should come as no shock that one side effect of America’s continued urbanization is a diminishing lack of access to healthcare in rural areas, especially in referral-based, specialist medical services like radiology. COVID-19 has only exacerbated the ongoing situation wherein fewer radiologists are serving more Medicare patients than ever. This means longer wait times … Continue reading “Congress Can Do More to Improve Rural Health Care”
National Grange meets with Postmaster Dejoy
March 4, 2022 – National Grange President Betsy Huber and Legislative Director Burton Eller met Wednesday with Postmaster General Louis DeJoy in his office to discuss his vision and plan to achieve financial stability and service excellence in the U.S. Postal Service. General DeJoy expressed his excitement to serve in his position because of … Continue reading “National Grange meets with Postmaster Dejoy”
National Grange Vice President named to Quilts of Valor Board of Directors
On March 1, Christine E. “Chris” Hamp, Vice President of the National Grange, was named to the Board of Directors of the Quilts of Valor Foundation, with a term lasting through 2025. Hamp a fourth-generation Grange member from Nine Mile Falls, Washington, was elected Vice President of the nation’s oldest agricultural and rural service … Continue reading “National Grange Vice President named to Quilts of Valor Board of Directors”
Federal Investments in research, education and extension programs are critical to the sustainability of agriculture production
The National Grange joined a group of 51 agriculture, food, scientific and educational organizations on a letter to the House and Senate appropriations agriculture subcommittees to recommend full funding for research, education and extension programs in the final FY22 appropriations package. These programs within USDA are necessary to ensure agriculture resilience, nutrition security, and … Continue reading “Federal Investments in research, education and extension programs are critical to the sustainability of agriculture production”
Huber Re-Appointed to Federal Communications Commission Working Group
On February 18, National Grange President Betsy Huber was appointed to serve as a Working Group member on the Task Force for Reviewing the Connectivity and Technology Needs of Precision Agriculture in the United States by Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel, in consultation with Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. This is Huber’s second … Continue reading “Huber Re-Appointed to Federal Communications Commission Working Group”
National Grange Urges Reconsideration of New Alzheimer’s Drug
The mortality rate for Alzheimer’s and related dementias is higher in rural areas than urban centers. The Grange is urging HHS Secretary to allow access to the drug for rural residents. Click here to read the letter.
National Grange Urges the Senate to Vote for Postal Reform
The House of Representatives passed The Postal Service Reform Act on a bipartisan vote of 342-192. The Senate expects to vote on their companion bill the week of February 14. The National Grange is urging its passage. Click here to read the letter.
National Grange Supports Postal Reform Efforts in the House
The National Grange is championing postal reform initiatives to strengthen the United States Postal Service and assure continuation mail and package delivery to rural residents. Legislation, H.R. 3076, headed to the House floor for a vote incorporates most Grange priorities for postal reform. Click here to read the letter.
Betsy Huber of the National Grange Joins Alliance Board of Directors
Washington, DC—The Alliance for Aviation Across America announced today that Betsy Huber, President of the National Grange, has joined its Board of Directors. “We are thrilled that Betsy Huber has joined the Alliance Board of Directors,” said Ed Bolen, President and CEO of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and the President of the … Continue reading “Betsy Huber of the National Grange Joins Alliance Board of Directors”
National Grange Files Broadband Priorities With NTIA
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) will distribute $43.5 billion in broadband grants to states. National Grange stresses funding priorities, oversight and accountability. Click here to read the letter.
