A delegation of 35 Moms for America (MFA) from 17 states traveled to Washington D.C. September 9 to meet in smaller groups with senators, congressmen and their aides to discuss their firm stand against a Farm Bill recently passed out of the House of Agriculture Committee - the EATS Act. H.R. 4417/S2019. In the July 21, 2024, article titled Farm Bill's Gift to China and National Security Threat to U.S. General Michael Flynnstates that Dr. Phil interviewed former President Trump recently and said "Chinese Communists are buying strategic swaths of land around U.S. military bases." Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) and Sen. Roger Marshall (R-KS) brought the EATS Act before Congress. General Flynn also said "It eradicates state and local control over agriculture, allowing foreign conglomerates to operate without restriction in our communities."
MFA represents 500,000 moms across America. During their four-day fly-in D.C. trip, MFA moms discussed a total of eight bills in over 90 meetings.
It's always a great opportunity when moms get involved and learn about important issues that can impact children and other important issues. Kristen Chevrier from Utah said " It was an honor to participate in this effort with Moms for America. Nothing is more important than our ability to access wholesome food. We must stand up now for small farmers and ranchers—in order to protect ourselves. Moms are the foundation of the economy. When we stand up, the world changes. Let’s stand up together and take back control of our food supply, our health, our children’s education and our way of life!" MFA moms are concerned with origin labeling such as what animals are fed, how they are processed, and cruelty to animals such as stack and pack. Tami Hirsch moved from California to Utah and says "Kitchen Table Lobby in Washington, D.C., Moms for America, Moms for America Action and The Mom View Grammy Grizzlies talk about issues that are important to moms. We talk with principles that we learn from cottage meetings that transcend parties and politics to make sure we maintain our sovereignty in our states and sovereignty in the nation. Communism can't be allowed to flourish or we will lose our liberty. The EATS Act steps on all of those rights and can't be allowed to pass. Mom's voices make a difference." #momsforamerica #momsforamericaaction
MFA has a legislative arm, the Kitchen Table Lobby, which focuses on food, finance, family and freedom issues. For example, regarding the EATS Act, Smithfield Foods is pushing this bill after the Supreme Court decided states had the authority to enforce these bans. Smithfield Foods is owned by China. General Flynn continues "Furthermore, "it would allow companies like Smithfield Foods to synchronize their American production practices with how they do it in China."
This legislation endangers the health and wellbeing of our children. If the current agricultural laws are no longer in place, corporations can take advantage of the tax regulations and produce food that is not safe to eat. The health and safety of our children are at risk. As mothers, MFA feels the need to raise awareness on this issue and educate the public on the horrific piece of legislation: The House Farm Bill. If they take away state laws, what's next?
The House Farm Bill's language overturning state laws allows foreign entities to intervene in our food supply and exposes our children to sicknesses like the bird flu and other diseases. MFA Founder and CEO Kimberly Fletcher stated "Being on the hill was a great opportunity to have our voice heard on policies and issues mom care about. We were well received by members of Congress, many who expressed their appreciation for us being there. We will be back." Moms of America urges all mothers and fathers to call their congressmen and senators and inform them of their concerns about the House Farm Bill. Our public servants should act on our behalf, not on behalf of corporations. We must stop the House Farm Bill for the safety of our children.
Other important bills that were addressed and MFA is in support of are as follows:
● H.R.1249/S.557 titled the OFF Act regarding programs contract with industry lobby groups who advocate for policies that push farmers out of business. Farmers also cannot see where their money is going. OIG financial audits would be required.
● H.R.3852 CARE for Children Act keeps siblings together. Placing foster care children in "cottage homes' which provide round-the-clock care by licensed foster parents. Brooke Stephens from Utah is a mother of four kids. She and her husband adopted four children and believes siblings need to stay together.
● H.R.7187/S.3729 Protection of Women in Olympics and Amateur Sports Act
● H.B. S.266 Education through (CHOICE) Act sponsored by Tim Scott (R-SC) Funding for parents of disabled children to private school of their choice and resources for on-base military dependents to choose what school they want to go to
● H.R. 3803/S.1795 Fairness in Higher Education Accreditation Act prohibits a school's DEI and alternative action policies as criteria for school accreditation benefits K-12.
● H.R.5779 Fiscal Commission Act of 2023 creates a commission to identify policies that improve the nation's fiscal outlook within 10 years.
● H.R. 3712 Digital Dollar Pilot Prevention Act
Throughout this fly-in trip, the MFA delegation of moms met with Congressmen Eric Burlison, Andy Ogles, Ralph Norman, Victoria Spartz, John R. Curtis; Senators: Steve Daines, John Thune, Ron Johnson, Mike Lee, Kevin Cramer, MarkWayne Mullin, Rand Paul and many others. We appreciated the Kitchen Table Lobby team led by Marty Irby from Competitive Markets Action in Washington D.C. Hispanic moms were represented by moms like Nelida Sprunt from Arizona. She said "We need to allow American only entities to regulate in our country. We want to preserve the humane and sanitary ways of raising hogs. We must remember that we are what we eat." Rachel Cadena from Iowa states "As an Iowan I was proud to lobby against the EATS Act. The bottom line is that it stomps on states’ rights. According to Sid Miller, the Texas Agriculture Commissioner the bill's language is dangerously vague, and could have the effect of taking authority over agriculture away from Texas and other states federalizing the authority in Washington D.C. According to a recent China weekly article, the EATS Act would greatly increase CHINA's share of the U.S. pork market. China loves the EATS Act. This bill supports Smithfield Foods, which has been owned by China since 2013, 100 percent. We spoke to cattle ranchers both Republicans and Democrats, and this would kill the small farms and cattle ranchers. The high quality meat, and the small farmers are important to us, and this has bipartisan support. We must do everything we can to defeat and strip the EATS Act from the farm bill."
One mom from Missouri states "It's been a joy and a humbling experience to go to Washington, D.C. as part of MFA moms. Nothing is more gratifying to me than to stand for something as important as our children, freedoms and liberties. If we don't get involved and just watch things happen, we will not have a reason to complain about the things that happen to us. As citizens, moms and dads we can do our part here at home by using our cell phones and wonderful online tools to help us learn more about the issues of this day. I am an American, and I am Hispanic. I want things done the American way. I can still enjoy my culture; however, we have laws with checks and balances for a reason. We have a Constitution that needs to remain intact for future generations. I will honor my patriotic duty and vote for leaders who give their all to take care of our country and defend our liberties just like our past founding fathers and military heroes have done for us.
This Farm Bill needs to be reconsidered by those who are co-sponsoring it and not be passed with the language from the EATS Act." Rose continues "I hope to encourage other moms to get involved with great organizations like MFA. It's a wonderful patriotic and educational organization where we stand united for the safety and future of our children and America.
On a personal note, we had time in the afternoon and evening to visit historical sites in Washington, D.C. A few moms wanted to go to visit the Lincoln Memorial so we rented some bikes, and we rode three miles in the evening from the hotel to stand on holy ground." I must confess it was kind of funny that I fell twice because it's been a long time since I rode a bicycle. Before leaving D.C. the small group I was with went to the beautiful Bible Museum and the St. John's Church. Both amazing historical sites. Great for family trips." "While visiting the Capitol we went into the gift store and I purchased a journal to start writing in."
Moms for America is a national nonprofit 501(c)(3) founded in Dayton, OH, and based in Branson, Missouri. In 2024 MFA celebrated their 20th anniversary in Dallas, Texas with a membership of 500,000 nationwide. It aims to promote principles of liberty and virtue in the home through women and mothers. For more information on their mission and initiatives, visit their website: momsforamerica.us. In Taney County and Missouri, email RoseBuckles1999@gmail.com to learn how to get involved.
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