Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021 (H.R. 4996) and Cattle Contract Library Act of 2021 (H.R. 5609) today. Smith championed both pieces of legislation.
"The Ocean Shipping Reform Act and Cattle Contract Library Act are crucial to farmers, ranchers, and consumers all across Nebraska," said Smith. "I applaud the passage of both bills today as they will benefit not only the Third District, but the agriculture industry, and its exports, nationwide. I encourage swift passage as the bills move to the Senate."