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Grange issues statement in favor of FCC TV white space draft order
National Grange issued a statement commending Chairman Pai and the FCC for continuing the work to expand broadband to every American household through the draft Report and Order that will maximize spectrum and allow for greater use of TV white space. “Regulatory barriers have for too long been a hurdle in the effort to … Continue reading “Grange issues statement in favor of FCC TV white space draft order”
Grange issues statement on Pelosi’s drug pricing package
On Friday , September 20, the National Grange issued a statement on the new proposal for sweeping reforms to Medicare Part D – a product many rural Americans rely upon in order to get necessary medications – that the Grange says is based on flawed data. “Every day, rural Americans encounter a multitude of … Continue reading “Grange issues statement on Pelosi’s drug pricing package”
Grange issues statement on passage of bipartisan 2018 Farm Bill
National Grange President Betsy Huber issued this statement following both House and Senate passage of the 2018 Farm Bill conference report: America’s farmers, ranchers and landowners have a reasonable, balanced, common-sense $867 billion farm bill headed to the President’s desk today. The package now gives much needed multi-year certainty to commodity programs, crop insurance, conservation, … Continue reading “Grange issues statement on passage of bipartisan 2018 Farm Bill”
Grange issues statement urging Congress to take Action on looming Part D Cliff
The National Grange is greatly concerned with the so-called “Medicare Part D Cliff” that would greatly increase beneficiaries’ out-of-pocket costs in 2020 without a legislative fix. On Monday, September 10, National Grange President Betsy Huber issued the following statement regarding the urgent need for Congress to prevent huge increase in Medicare Part D prescription … Continue reading “Grange issues statement urging Congress to take Action on looming Part D Cliff”
The National Grange Issues Statement Regarding Changes to Medicare Part D
Washington, D.C. (May 22, 2018) – The National Grange issued the following statement regarding Reps. Schneider and Kelly’s letter calling for solutions to potentially catastrophic changes to the Medicare Part D program: “The Medicare Part D is a foundational program for seniors living in rural America. With recent changes to cost-sharing incentives and an out-of-pocket … Continue reading “The National Grange Issues Statement Regarding Changes to Medicare Part D”
Statement of National Grange President Betsy Huber on Chairman Pai’s Net Neutrality Roadmap
Betsy Huber, president of the National Grange, delivered remarks alongside Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai at a forum on the future of regulation hosted by FreedomWorks and the SBE Council: “I am honored to stand alongside Chairman Pai, FreedomWorks, and the Small Business Entrepreneurship Council to talk about the importance of connectivity to … Continue reading “Statement of National Grange President Betsy Huber on Chairman Pai’s Net Neutrality Roadmap”
National Grange President Expressed Disappointment with President Obama’s Statement on IPAB
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Grange, the nation’s oldest nonprofit, nonpartisan agriculture and rural America advocacy group, has announced their strong disappointment in President Barack Obama’s statements yesterday that showed his continuing commitment to the establishment of the Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB). IPAB, a presidentially-appointed 15-person board that would be charged with reducing Medicare … Continue reading “National Grange President Expressed Disappointment with President Obama’s Statement on IPAB”
Grange Hall Podcast
Join hosts Meagan McDonald (WA) and Philip Vonada (PA) as they interview Grange members from around the country about their Grange history, their Grange’s history, and where they see the Grange going in the future – and anywhere in between. The Grange Hall aims to welcome diverse voices within the Grange, highlighting local members … Continue reading “Grange Hall Podcast”
National Grange Legislative Fly-In 2024
This year’s Legislative Fly-In was Virtual. We were excited to be able to bring the work of the National Grange in Washington, DC, into your homes, offices, and Grange Halls this year! This was a FREE offering from the National Grange for all members and friends of the Grange. Feel free to share this … Continue reading “National Grange Legislative Fly-In 2024”
157th Annual National Grange Convention Recap
157th National Grange Convention November 14-18, 2023Conference & Event Center Niagara FallsSheraton at the Falls300 Third StreetNiagara Falls, NY 14303(716) 285-3361 HOTEL Sheraton at the Falls300 Third StreetNiagara Falls, NY 14303(716) 285-3361 Wyndham at Niagara Falls443 Main StreetNiagara Falls, NY 14301(716) 284-8801 NEWSLETTERS Day One Day Two Day Three Day Four Day Five View/Download View/Download … Continue reading “157th Annual National Grange Convention Recap”
Healthcare Equality in Heartland: How the National Grange is Improving Rural Health
By Story Studio on September 22, 2023 11:19 AM Burton Eller has a foot in two different Americas. One is in the rolling farmlands, pastures, and ranches, like the family cattle operation he grew up with and now owns. The other is in Washington, D.C., where Eller serves as Executive Director of Grange Advocacy at … Continue reading “Healthcare Equality in Heartland: How the National Grange is Improving Rural Health”
National Grange brings vaccines to the Big E
The Grange will be present in a big way at the opening of the Big E – the Eastern States Exposition, New England’s multi-state fair in West Springfield, Massachusetts. The Northeast Grange region has for many years had a building that they own on the fairgrounds where they exhibit and sell handicrafts, jams, jellies and … Continue reading “National Grange brings vaccines to the Big E”
The National Agriculture in the Classroom Organization (NAITCO) and National Grange Foundation have selected its 2023 Partnership in Agricultural Literacy (PAL) Award.
The National Agriculture in the Classroom Organization (NAITCO) and National Grange Foundation have selected the Community Agricultural Partnership at Summit (CAPS) Elementary School, in Pennsylvania’s Butler Area School District, as the recipient of its 2023 Partnership in Agricultural Literacy (PAL) Award. CAPS was selected for its innovative effort to use an agricultural focus to expand … Continue reading “The National Agriculture in the Classroom Organization (NAITCO) and National Grange Foundation have selected its 2023 Partnership in Agricultural Literacy (PAL) Award.”
National Grange Commends Supreme Court for Siding With Landowners
On Thursday, the Supreme Court handed down a landmark decision that greatly narrows the scope of the Clean Water Act as interpreted by the federal government. This long-awaited ruling on Waters of the United States (“WOTUS”) states the law only regulates wetlands when they are “as a practical matter indistinguishable from waters of the United … Continue reading “National Grange Commends Supreme Court for Siding With Landowners”
State Granges Offices
The National Grange has 32 State Granges across the United States with local Granges in Alaska, District of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii and Nevada. Contact or visit a state Grange. For detail officer information for a state Grange PLEASE CLICK HERE. State Grange Headquarters Annual Convention California State Grange 3830 U StreetSacramento, CA 95817Tel: (916) 454-5805 … Continue reading “State Granges Offices”
