New Dems Host Discussion on How Congress Can Lower Grocery Costs
New Dem Members met with agricultural leaders to discuss how Congress can help make groceries more affordable
This week, New Dem Rural Revitalization Working Group Chair Kim Schrier (WA-08) hosted a roundtable discussion with agricultural producers, labor groups, and anti-hunger advocates on how the rising cost of groceries is hurting families across the country, and what Congress can do to lower these costs.
Rep. Schrier was joined by several New Dem Members for the discussion, including Representatives Jahana Hayes (CT-05) and Shontel Brown (OH-11).
“Families shouldn’t have to worry about whether or not they can afford their trip to the grocery store,” said Rural Revitalization Working Group Chair Kim Schrier. “I was grateful to hear directly from leaders in the agricultural industry on how New Dems can support our farmers, lower grocery costs, and ensure nobody in our country goes hungry.”
During the roundtable, stakeholders shared thoughts on what is driving the rising costs of groceries, such as rising fuel and fertilizer prices, and where families are being hit hardest. They also discussed ways New Dems can ensure farmers receive the support they need to meet demand and help small- and medium-sized producers stay in business.
Tackling the rising cost of groceries has been a top priority for New Dems this Congress. Last fall, New Dems released our Rural Revitalization Agenda, which proposes ways to support farmers and fight hunger, especially in rural communities. New Dems also released our Affordability Agenda, which calls for Congress to promote a more affordable and competitive marketplace, which will help bring down the cost of groceries.
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