Colorado Wildlife Federation December 20, 2018 the President signed the huge Farm BIll.
The Farm Bill not only will benefit farmers and ranchers, but will also help address wildlife by improving key conservation programs and and increasing investments in wildlife habitat on working lands. Senator Bennet deserves credit for his sustained work to double the minimum percentage of funding from the Environmental Quality Incentives Program for wildlife friendly practices. He secured much greater support for farmers and ranchers to provide wildlife habitat and protections for their lands. By championing the inclusion of numerous provisions for grasslands and grazing management, he ensured that ranchers have the tools they need to undertake sustainable grazing initiatives.