Lucas on Economic Assistance for Farmers: “Trump never forgets our farmers”

<p><strong>Washington, DC –</strong> Congressman Frank D. Lucas (OK-03) released the following statement after President Trump announced a $12 billion economic assistance package for American farmers.</p>

<p><em>&#8220;Today’s timely announcement of economic assistance proves once again that President Trump never forgets our farmers. This much-needed relief will go a long way for the men and women who keep our country fed, and I know my fellow Oklahomans welcome this effort with open arms.&#8221;</em></p>

<p><strong>BACKGROUND<br /></strong>-Up to $11 billion of this package will go to the USDA&#8217;s Farmer Bridge Assistance program, which will provide one-time payments to row crop farmers.<br />-The remaining $1 billion will be reserved as the USDA evaluates changing market conditions.<br />-The funds are set to be delivered by February 28th, 2026.</p>

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