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National Grange President, Betsy Huber is interviewed by Wonderama TV host, David Osmond

  National Grange President, Betsy Huber is interviewed by Wonderama host, David Osmond. The Grange participated in the Wonderama season 7 kick-off and talking to those in the city about agriculture facts and careers as well as our wonderful organization. Several of our members were interviewed for the national program and National Grange President Betsy … Continue reading “National Grange President, Betsy Huber is interviewed by Wonderama TV host, David Osmond”

Delegate body selects new President

Eight new officers elected to highest working body of the National Grange The sound of scratching pens tallying the votes echoed around the room as the election of National Grange Officers started on Thursday morning and continued through Friday. In a close election, the Delegate body elected Christine Hamp (WA), who stepped into the role … Continue reading “Delegate body selects new President”

Policy Updates and Issue News April 2023

Washington Overview Debt Ceiling Fight Moves Forward In April, House Republicans offered their first concrete proposal to address the imminent debt ceiling default. The Republican proposal comes in the form of the Limit, Save, and Grow Act, which passed the House this past week. The Act would first address the debt limit default by waiving … Continue reading “Policy Updates and Issue News April 2023”

Wonderama TV Features Nettie Hartley, National Grange Member and Community Service Advocate

New York, NY – Wonderama TV, the iconic children’s television show, is proud to feature Nettie Hartley in this weekend’s syndicated television episode. Nettie is a multi-generational member of the National Grange and is known for her exceptional community service work. She has received multiple awards for giving the most hours of community service nationally … Continue reading “Wonderama TV Features Nettie Hartley, National Grange Member and Community Service Advocate”

Policy Updates and Issue News August 2022

Washington Overview Inflation Reduction Act Becomes Law On August 16th, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 into law, marking the completion of a lengthy effort by Democrats in the House and Senate to pass a bill addressing their climate and spending priorities. As outlined in greater detail in last month’s newsletter, the … Continue reading “Policy Updates and Issue News August 2022”

The Grange takes to the street of NYC to be part of the Wonderama season 7 kick-off

  The Grange is took to the street of NYC this week to be part of the Wonderama season 7 kick-off and talking to those in the city about agriculture facts and careers as well as our wonderful organization. Several of our members will be interviewed for the national program and National Grange President Betsy … Continue reading “The Grange takes to the street of NYC to be part of the Wonderama season 7 kick-off”

Policy Updates and Issue News May 2022

Washington Overview Primary Season Heats Up As Spring turns to Summer, many states are currently holding primary elections for the Fall midterms. In both the month of June and the month of August 15 different states will hold their primaries, meaning that many elected officials are turning their focus more towards winning reelection at home … Continue reading “Policy Updates and Issue News May 2022”

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.”

Policy Updates and Issue News April 2022

Washington Overview Competition/Supply Chain Bill Moves Forward In April, Congress formally created a conference committee to resolve differences between the House and Senate versions of a bill designed to tackle supply chain issues and focus on areas of competition between the US and China. The bill as it stands is an omnibus bill including a … Continue reading “Policy Updates and Issue News April 2022”

Rural Communities Need 5G

  Rural communities need 5G, the FAA needs to stop hindering their access to it All Americans deserve access to high-speed broadband service and 5G wireless will play an important role in achieving this national imperative. Unfortunately, an ongoing dispute between two federal agencies could block the deployment of this crucial technology to the very … Continue reading “Rural Communities Need 5G”

Honor Granges

   Congratulations to the following Granges for seeing a net gain in membership in this challenging period from 2021-22. 2022 Honor State Granges CaliforniaConnecticutIdahoIllinois IndianaKansasMinnesotaMontana New JerseyOregonWashingtonWisconsin   2022 Honor Granges California Minnesota Oregon (continued) Pleasant Valley #675 (129) Lake Hubert #735 (3) Pacific #413 (1) Lake Earl #577 (121)   Parkdale #500 (1) Vaca … Continue reading “Honor Granges”

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”

Policy Updates and Issue News April 2021

Washington Overview April has been a busy month in Washington, as Democrats have turned their attention away from their emergency COVID-19 bill, the American Rescue Plan, to new legislative priorities addressing infrastructure and families. Earlier this month, President Biden released details for his infrastructure package, the American Jobs Plan, which has already begun to change … Continue reading “Policy Updates and Issue News April 2021”

Grange Hall of Fame – John W Scott

The Grange Hall of Fame John W Scott Name: John W. Scott Date of Birth: December 8, 1917 Place of Birth Born: Robinson Township, Allegheny County, PA Date of Death: February 10, 2012 Place of Death: Harrisburg, PA Residence as an adult: Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania Biography: John Walker Scott was born to Frank and Nellie Scott in … Continue reading “Grange Hall of Fame – John W Scott”

Grange reacts to new House Ag Committee leaders

  Today the National Grange released statements in support of both the newly selected Democratic House Ag Chairman and Republican Ranking Member. National Grange President Betsy Huber has a long working relationship with Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson, as both have worked closely with the agriculture community of Pennsylvania for decades.  Huber called the move by … Continue reading “Grange reacts to new House Ag Committee leaders”