Washington Report

DHS issues notices of termination for the CHNV Parole Program

On June 13, 2025, in Immigration, by Tom

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) yesterday began sending termination notices to aliens paroled into the United States (U.S.) under a Biden-era parole program for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans (CHNV), according to a DHS press release.

Senate confirms pick for USDA’s No. 2 role

On June 13, 2025, in Congressional News, USDA, by Tom

The Senate on Tuesday confirmed Stephen Vaden to serve as USDA deputy secretary in a 51-44 vote. He will oversee agency’s day-to-day operations and consult Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins.

Hot rotisserie chicken not yet approved in Arkansas SNAP waiver

On June 13, 2025, in Nutrition, USDA, by Tom

USDA on Tuesday approved Arkansas’ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program waiver to ban soft drinks and candy, but one part of the waiver was not approved.

Family Farm Environmental Excellence Award open for nominations

On June 13, 2025, in Environmental, by Tom

The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Family Farm Environmental Excellence Award. This award recognizes family farmers who demonstrate exceptional environmental stewardship in poultry and egg production. Eligible nominees include family-owned poultry growers or egg producers who supply products to a USPOULTRY member or are independent producers that are USPOULTRY members. The deadline for nominations is Oct. 24.

Giving Back

On June 13, 2025, in Charitable Donations, by Tom

Pilgrim’s this week made a donation to Mississippi State University to help build a new poultry feed mill, and House of Raeford Farms helped Camp Corral set a new campaign fundraising record.