FEDERALhearing transcript

Senate Confirmation Hearing: Jennifer L. Moffitt for USDA Under Secretary

Original title: NOMINATION OF JENNIFER L. MOFFITT, TO BE UNDER SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE FOR MARKETING AND REGULATORY PROGRAMS

January 1, 2022

agriculture nomination food supply chain animal health plant health marketing

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The Frame

What this does

The Under Secretary for oversees the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service and the Agricultural Marketing Service, which directly impact food supply chain stability, livestock competition, and organic standards for U.S. farmers.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Farmers and Ranchers

The nominee's office oversees the regulatory environment, marketing programs, and disease prevention efforts that impact their operations.

Food Supply Chain Businesses

These entities are subject to the marketing and regulatory standards managed by the USDA mission area.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2022.

What's next

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Summary

The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry held a hearing to consider the nomination of Jennifer L. Moffitt for the position of Under Secretary of Agriculture for . The hearing included testimony from the nominee and a review of her qualifications to oversee agricultural marketing, animal health, and plant inspection services.

Key Facts

The hearing was held on July 15, 2021, to review the nomination of Jennifer L. Moffitt.
The position oversees the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS).
Key responsibilities of the role include protecting against animal and plant diseases, ensuring livestock sector competition, and supporting milk marketing.
The nominee is tasked with managing the National Organic Standards Board.
The committee received letters of support from various agricultural organizations, including the California Agriculture Commissioners and Sealers Association and the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA).
The nominee submitted a financial disclosure report and written responses to questions from multiple senators.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs do?

This official oversees the health of the nation's animals and plants, ensures fair competition in livestock markets, and helps promote U.S. agricultural products domestically and internationally.

Who is Jennifer L. Moffitt?

She is the nominee for the Under Secretary position, previously serving in agricultural roles in California.

Why It Matters

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Broad Industry Support

The nominee received support from a wide range of agricultural groups, including organic and traditional livestock organizations.

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Connected Entities

personDebbie Stabenow“Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry”Map →

organizationU.S. Department of Agriculture“Federal department overseeing the position”Map →

personJohn Boozman“Ranking member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry”Map →

personJennifer L. Moffitt“Nominee for Under Secretary of Agriculture for Marketing and Regulatory Programs”Map →

Sources

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