For his support of ag retailers, U.S. Representative David Rouzer (R-NC) has received one of ARA’s annual Legislator of the Year awards.
“Rep. Rouzer’s leadership has promoted policies that help to protect ARA member companies’ freedom to operate profitably as they deliver essential services and products to their farmer customers when they need it,” says ARA president & CEO Daren Coppock.
Coppock explains Rouzer sponsored the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2023, which brought about important permitting reform legislation to reduce the regulatory burdens impacting ARA members.
“ARA looks forward to continuing to work with Rep. Rouzer and his colleagues in Congress to advance ARA’s public policy priorities established by our membership,” Coppock says.
Each year, ARA recognizes two legislators who have championed the issues of importance to agriculture and agriculture suppliers.
“It is an honor to be recognized with the Legislator of the Year award by ARA,” Rouzer says. “Agriculture retailers ensure our country’s producers have the tools and products necessary to feed and clothe the world. I remain committed in supporting our agriculture retailers, farmers and ranchers, and the supply chain which ensures America has the most abundant and affordable food supply in the world.”
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