Senate panel advances farm bill following McConnell’s return
- Posted on September 16, 2026
- By The Hill
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In brief
The Senate Agriculture Committee advanced the revised Farm Bill 2.0 with a narrow 12-11 party-line vote following Senator Mitch McConnell's recent return to legislative duties. The legislation represents a significant development in agricultural policy reform, with Republican and Democratic members taking opposing stances on the bill's provisions. This committee passage marks a crucial step toward potential floor consideration and broader debate on farm subsidy programs and rural support measures.
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Senate panel advances farm bill following McConnell’s return
The Senate Agriculture Committee passed “Farm Bill 2.0” out of committee on Wednesday following Sen. Mitch McConnell’s (R- Ky.) return to Congress. The vote passed 12-11 along party lines. Despite…
