As the entire U.S. economy is being impacted by the outbreak of COVID-19, it is important that you communicate directly with your elected federal representatives and senators. This is a difficult and challenging time for businesses of all sizes. Sharing your unique perspective on how this disruption is affecting your farm or business is crucial to informing federal recovery efforts. Congress is working around the clock to pass multiple stimulus packages worth trillions of dollars to assist workers and businesses.

The passage of these massive bills is only just the beginning.  As the situation evolves, Congress is introducing hundreds of bills to respond to the needs of various sectors of the economy including food and agriculture. Many of these bills will become law in the coming months, so it is never too late to communicate with Congress on your needs. In addition to controlling the federal purse strings, Congress plays a critical role in the oversight of federal agency responses to the crisis, and its Members need to hear from you, their constituents.