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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”

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”

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”

Grange Hall of Fame – Dudley Adams

The Grange Hall of Fame Dudley Adams Name: Dudley W. Adams Date or Year plus Place Born: November 30, 1831 Winchester, Massachusetts Date or Year plus Place Died: February 13, 1897 Tangerine, Florida Residence as an adult: Iowa and Florida Biography: Adams helped organize the third active Grange in Iowa in 1869. In 1871, he … Continue reading “Grange Hall of Fame – Dudley Adams”

National Grange President reviews past year of success, outlines plans for the future

  CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL SPECIAL CONVENTION ISSUE – DAY 2 In recent years, fraternal organizations have struggled to gain and retain members, but the National Grange is turning that around. The president of the oldest agricultural organization in the United States reported a year of growth and action during her annual address … Continue reading “National Grange President reviews past year of success, outlines plans for the future”

Grange/Member Programs

  For more than a century, the Grange has offered programs for the whole family, local Granges and State Granges.  The Grange strives to allow each individual the ability to reach their full potential.   Grange members often attend cultural and educational forums, political rallies and hearings, and research topics of interest to bring information to … Continue reading “Grange/Member Programs”

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”

Grange Month 2022

Download your 2022 Grange Month Material! Solving the Puzzle of Long-Term Care and Estate Planning A special presentation by the National Grange for Grange Month 2022.  “Solving the Puzzle of Long-Term Care and Estate Planning” Presented by John T. Griffin, Esq Prepare.  Perform.  Prevail. Persist. A special presentation by the National Grange for Grange Month 2022. … Continue reading “Grange Month 2022”

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”

Grange Hall of Fame – Ira E. Shea

The Grange Hall of Fame Ira E. Shea Name: Ira E. Shea Date or Year, Place Born: May 12, 1895; Depuyer, Montana Date or Year, Place Died: August 19, 1987; Cheney, Washington Residence as an Adult: Cheney, Washington; Seattle, Washington Biography: Ira E. Shea joined Malo Grange #679 in Ferry County, Washington in December 1921 … Continue reading “Grange Hall of Fame – Ira E. Shea”

Grange Hall of Fame – Albert S. Goss

The Grange Hall of Fame Albert S. Goss Name: Albert S. Goss Date or Year, Place Born: October 14, 1882; Rochester, New York Date or Year, Place Died: October 25, 1950; New York, New York Residence as an Adult: Washington State; Washington, D.C. Biography: As a young boy Albert S. Goss moved with his family … Continue reading “Grange Hall of Fame – Albert S. Goss”

6 new officers elected to serve National Grange

WICHITA, Kansas — On Friday, November 12, during the 155th Annual Convention of the National Grange, Betsy E. Huber of Lincoln University, Pennsylvania, was installed as President of the oldest agricultural and rural advocacy organization in the country, after being elected to the position for a fourth term the day before. Huber, who was first … Continue reading “6 new officers elected to serve National Grange”

155th National Grange Convention Recap

      155th National Grange Convention Wichita, Kansas November 9-13, 2021Hyatt Regency Wichita400 W. WatermanWichita, KS 67202 Watch events during the 155th Annual National Grange Convention that you may have missed.  Former FCC Chairman Ajit Pai Addresses National Grange Delegates Closing Drill with the National Grange Youth Officer Team Kansas Secretary of Agriculture addresses … Continue reading “155th National Grange Convention Recap”