The Senate Agriculture Committee voted to advance "Farm Bill 2.0" out of committee on September 16, 2026. The vote was 12-11 and followed the return of Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) to Congress. The decision was made along party lines, with Democratic members opposing the bill. McConnell's return to the panel this week facilitated the bill's progression.
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Senate Agriculture Committee Advances Farm Bill 2.0
The Senate Agriculture Committee has advanced "Farm Bill 2.0" with a 12-11 vote along party lines. The advancement occurred following Senator Mitch McConnell's return to Congress, despite opposition from Democratic members.
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