House Committee on Agriculture and Livestock - 80th R.S. (2007)

Committee:	House Agriculture and Livestock
Title:	Interim Report
Subjects:	Agricultural policy | Agricultural subsidies | Agriculture | Animal diseases | Biofuels | Horse racing | Rural economic development |
Library Call Number:	L1836.80 Ag86
Session:	80th R.S. (2007)
Online version:	View report [39 pages  File size: 6,393 kb]
Charges:	This report should address the charges below.
1.	Monitor the development and implementation of the 2007 Farm Bill and determine the impact of the legislation on Texas agricultural products.
2.	Evaluate preparedness of relevant agriculture-related agencies to respond effectively to animal and plant disease threats.
3.	Study and evaluate the feasibility and potential economic impact of biofuel production from alternative feedstocks such as biomass, waste oils, and processed animal fats.
4.	Study the impact on the equine industry due to increased competition from other states as it related to larger purses in equine competitions.
5.	Examine the opportunities for increased economic development funding in rural Texas.
6.	Monitor the agencies and programs under the committee's jurisdiction.

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